www.worldfishingnetwork.com/

Full source

Fishing News, Tips, Video, Gear Reviews, Blogs | WFN

.MainMenu a.Submenu {padding-left: 9px; padding-right: 9px}

Florida

Midwest

Northeast

Pacific

Rockies

Southeast

Southwest

Eastern Canada

Central Canada

Western Canada

The North

All regions

Change Settings

Connect With Facebook

Sign Up

Sign in

sign out

My Profile

My Settings

My Blog

My Fishing Log

My Photos

My Videos

My Firsts

My Trophies

My Q&A

Hi

Home

News

Videos

Community

Fishing Tips

Gear

Trips

On TV

More Fishing

Search

News

Fishing News
World Records
Fishing Tournaments
Fishing Events
Environmental News

Top Story

Lead Tackle Ban Heats Up Again

WFN
16 hours ago

Headlines

Louisiana To Initiate Free Tuna Permit

Lead Tackle Ban Heats Up Again

Invasive Carp Species Found in Iowa Lake

Florida Lake To Be Treated For Invasive Plant

2012 FLW College Fishing Schedule Unveiled

Featured Videos

Abu Garcia Revo MGX
WFN

1504 views

Safe And Cozy
WFN

1073 views

IGFA Record Catches

Lead Tackle Ban Heats Up Again

WFN
16 hours ago

Video Channels

Getting School'd w/ JP DeRose
Hookin' Up w/ Mariko Izumi
My WFN
ICAST
Gear
Pro Tips
Wired2Fish TV
Kayak Fishing Tales
More Video Channels

Featured Video

Great Hook Removal Technique

WFN
1259 views

Bass Fishing Videos
Crappie Fishing Videos
Trout Fishing Videos
Walleye Fishing Videos
Tuna Fishing Videos
Muskie Fishing Videos
Carp Fishing Videos
Pike Fishing Videos
Salmon Fishing Videos

Fly Fishing Videos
Saltwater Fishing Videos
Ice Fishing Videos
Deep Sea Fishing Videos
Kayak Fishing Videos

Featured Fishing Tips

Great Hook Removal Tec...
WFN

1259 views

Jigging Like A Pro
WFN

3045 views

Community

Experts
WFN Personalities
Pro Anglers
Ambassadors
WFN Members
Member Search

Latest Video

8 photos

Latest Blog

My Top 5 Lures for 2011

Am2
4 hours ago

Latest First Catch

Big Snapper
Am1

Latest Trophy Catch

My First Canadian Trou...
Am3

Fishing Tips

Fishing Tips - Videos
Fishing Tips - Articles
Species Database
Fishing FAQ
Fishing Terminology

Featured Tip Article

Top Fishing Gear for the Holidays

WFN
22 days ago

Featured Tip Video

Great Hook Removal Technique

WFN
1259 views

Bass Fishing Tips
Crappie Fishing Tips
Trout Fishing Tips
Walleye Fishing Tips
Tuna Fishing Tips
Muskie Fishing Tips
Carp Fishing Tips
Pike Fishing Tips
Salmon Fishing Tips

Fly Fishing Tips
Ice Fishing Tips
Kayak Fishing Tips
Surf Fishing Tips
Saltwater Fishing Tips
More Fishing Tips

Gear

Fishing Bait
Fishing Lures
Fishing Reels
Terminal Tackle
Fishing Line
Fishing Rods
Other Gear

Featured Gear Reviews

Bait Buttons

Pro

Latest Gear Reviews

VMC Spinshot
Pro

15 days ago

Fall Brawling Smallmou...
TV

27 days ago

Featured Photos

Alaska! - Sneak Peak o...
TV

14 photos

Ocean City - White Mar...
TV

14 photos

Get WFN on TV

Latest Contests

See More Contests

Fishing Games

See More Fishing Games

Bass Fishing
Crappie Fishing
Trout Fishing
Walleye Fishing
Tuna Fishing
Muskie Fishing
Carp Fishing
Pike Fishing
Salmon Fishing

Fly Fishing
Ice Fishing
Kayak Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing
Surf Fishing
Saltwater Fishing
Sport Fishing

Fishing Recipes

Hot and Sour Walleye
WFN

18 days ago

Symphony of the Lakes
WFN

18 days ago

Gear Tips For Sturgeon
Read More
You don't need the newest, most expensive gear to catch monster sturgeon. Here's a rundown of some great sturgeon fishing gear for the weekend angler.

Smallmouth Bass Finesse Fishing
Watch Video
The Fenwick Elite makes a great rod for smallmouth finesse fishing when combined with the right reel and line.

Resourceful Fishing Tips
Read More
Some tips on how to make fishing lures with household items that would make even MacGyver proud.

Safely Remove A Hook
Watch Video
Give your fishing buddy a hand with this technique for removing a hook quickly, safely and effectively.

Latest VideosSee All Videos

Skipping a Swimbait for BassSkipping a swimbait under docks and cover can really pay off when targeting bass.

Great Hook Removal TechniqueChris Coufal embeds a treble hook deep in his hand, which provided Chad Hoover with a great opportunity to demonstrate a fantastic and reliable hook removal technique.

Kayak Fishing for Monster Bass on Lake El Salto - MexicoJim Sammons and Ed Howerton hit Lake El Salto on the hunt for monster largemouth bass.

Megabass Vision 110 Magnum with Randy BlaukatRandy Blaukat introduces the new Megabass Vision 110 Magnum jerkbait, sharing tips and technique on Beaver Lake, Arkansas following his 4th place finish at the FLW tournament.

XPOD JrWith the same strike-inducing profile, transforming lip, one-knocker system, and PopMax-inspired Hydrodynamic gills, the XPOD Jr. packs the punch of the original XPOD into a 3½ inch frame to increase your catch-rate on the water. The XPOD Jr. features seven distinct positions, which allow this versatile topwater plug to walk the dog, chug on the surface, or act as a shallow sub-surface swimbait.

V-FLAT Power BombWith an ultra-compact design, the V-FLAT Power Bomb packs the extreme castability and big slow-rolling action of much larger, heavy-weight spinnerbaits. Unlike conventional 1/2 oz. spinnerbaits, more of the V-FLAT Power Bomb's total weight is concentrated in the V-FLAT head design. This concentration of weight translates into the kind of larger rolling-action that you are more used to seeing in

X-DADIntroducing a completely new sensational bottom-tapping crankbait: X-DAD. Often referred to as "Uchida Craw" (Signal Crayfish) by the lure's creator, Yuki Ito, this craw-like suspending crankbait is designed to perform under tough conditions such as shad kills, where water temperatures drop precipitously low and result in massive die-offs and largely inactive bass.

Dog-X Speed SlideMegabass has reinvented the Dog-X, bringing recent technological innovations to bear in order to create the ultimate dog-walker. Featuring an upgraded Seesaw Balancing System (PAT.) and a new Water Through Gill (PAT.) design, the Dog-X Speed Slide can walk in place with well-timed consecutive twitches of the rod, sitting on top of your target-zone for longer than the original.

Learning to DropshotIn this web exclusive Mark Melnyk shows you the best set up and how to rig your gear for using this essential technique for targeting smallmouth bass.

ABA Couples National ChampionshipDon and Martha Goodfellow took home the top prize and bragging rights in this year's Nation Championship.

Alabama North Division ChampionshipABA members hit Lake Guntersville to see who would take home the bragging rights and the top prize in the Alabama North Division Championships

Kentucky Lake Division ChampionshipABA members hit Kentucky Lake to see who would take home the bragging rights and the top prize in the Alabama North Division Championships.

July 9th ABA Event On Kentucky LakeCheck out the results from the ABA July 9th event on Kentucky Lake and hear how the winners boated their fish.

First Fish on VMC SpinshotCatching my first fish using the VMC Spinshot rotating dropshot hook.

Safety Gear With Patrick WalshSafety on the water should always be an angler's top priority. In this web exclusive video Patrick Walsh goes over the right gear to wear to stay safe while on the water.

Making Your Own Feathered TreblesFeathered trebles add flash to any bait that uses treble hooks, here's how to make your own at home.

Fishing Before The StormPick up a few tips on how to fish your favorite spot in the cloudy and over cast conditions. At these times most fish are in a feeding frenzy and these tips take full advantage.

JP's Holiday Fish ListJP DeRose shows the fishing gear that is on his wish list for this holiday season.

Deep Water JiggingThere is nothing more exiting then watching a bass hit your topwater lure but the bass aren't always sitting in the shallows. Here are some tips for deep water jigging that will help you land fish when the topwater action turns off.

How to Tie a Palomar KnotMark Melnyk demonstrates how to tie one of the most versatile and commonly used knots - the palomar knot.

Fishing With the WindAnglers know that the weather can have a huge effect on the fish. Here are some tips you can use for lure choice on windy days

Spoon Fishing TipsSpoons aren't just for cold water anymore! Fish love the lifelike action a spoon presents and these tips are going to help you with your presentation to make this lure irresistible.

Knot Tying Tips From a Pro - WFN Web Exclusive! Join Mark Melnyk and Bassmaster Elite tournament pro Pete Ponds, as Pete demonstrates how he ties a leader to braided line in this web exclusive.

Jigging Like A ProDeep weeds a structure are fishing hot spots jigging in these areas is sure to trigger a lot of bits all year round. Here are some jigging tips for both the open water and hardwater seasons.

Protecting Your Gear In A KayakOne of the few downsides of kayak fishing, is that you're fishing from a small platform that's very close to the water. This means that it's easy to lose gear overboard, and you have to expect that you're gear is going to get wet. This episode provides some tips on how to keep your gear protected.

Latest News

Lead Tackle Ban Heats Up Again
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has once again heard requests to ban the manufacture and use of lead fishing tackle products, including sinkers and jigs.

Louisiana To Initiate Free Tuna Permit

Invasive Carp Species Found in Iowa Lake

Florida Lake To Be Treated For Invasive Plant

2012 FLW College Fishing Schedule Unveiled

Cork Flies To ABA Victory

Trout Stockings Continue in Lower Illinois River

Life-Saving Gift Idea For Boaters

Bill In Congress To Help Preserve Boating Access

See all WFN News

Latest Updates from WFN Experts

Kokanee: More Than Just a Beer
Kokanee salmon are one of the best eating fish there is, here's all you need to know to target them for yourself.

Jeff Weltz's Fraser Valley Fishing Column for Nov. 30th
In this edition, Jeff recommends some of the greatest Western Canadian angling books of all-time for your Christmas list.

Good Hair Days
Now, there is nothing to stop everyday, from being a good hair day.

Florida Fishing Report
Offshore—The late season dolphin bite has been very consistent throughout the Florida Keys, with most of the fish being caught under 20-pounds, although there seem to be schoolies everywhere, although the most consistent action has been in 300 to 500 feet of water. Sailfish action has been very inconsistent, with most boats only getting one or two shots at the fish each day, and a lot of those opp

Christmas is a great excuse for dropping a hint about these things every angler needs
This is my gift to our readers, a written hint about items I own that have not only been a big hit present wise, but also have enhanced my outdoor experience. These are three items I wouldn’t want to live without, and whether you fish freshwater, inshore or offshore saltwater, you don’t want to either.

Top Ten Bass Spots in Western Canada - #9
South of Nanaimo lies a strange-shaped, algae-filled, tannin-coloured bass lake that may just be the best smallmouth sanctuary in the west, if you don't mind treating them like largemouth.

Understanding Winter Smallies
In this article I really break down fishing for winter smallies, covering everything from different techniques to finding fish to keeping warm while you're doing it.

Top Ten Bass Spots in Western Canada - #10
The northernmost stretch of the Pend Oreille River, Seven Mile Dam, offers some of the best smallmouth water in the west.

Chad Keogh's Vancouver Island Smallmouth Report
Smallmouth expert Chad Keogh gives up all the details from a recent successful outing.

Floirda relaxes seasons, rules on seatrout, increases bag for redfish in northern region
Changes are implemented starting February 1, 2012 and include removing the recreational seasonal closures, effectively opening seatrout to harvest year-round.

Jeff Weltz's Fraser Valley Sportfishing Column for November 14th
In this week's column, Jeff talks about some of the mystique behind the popular sportfish known as "the steelhead."

Pros Weigh In - Spoon Fishing Bass part 2
Russ Lane is a professional bass angler from Alabama with some great insights on how jigging can be like playing a video game.

B.C. Fishing Events and Reports for November
The Fraser Valley Salmon Society's used tackle sale highlights November's events and may be your best chance to pick up quality gear at a bargain price.

Cabin Fever Cures - Bass Pro Shops "The Strike: Tournament Edition" Preview
Bass Pro Shops' "The Strike: Tournament Edition" is the best fishing video game you've never played yet.

Gag grouper season to close in Gulf of Mexico state waters
After a two month season, the 2011 open recreational harvest season for gag grouper in Gulf of Mexico state waters (excluding Monroe County) will close Wednesday, Nov.16. The final day of harvesting is Tuesday, Nov. 15.

Pros Weigh In - Spoon Fishing Bass
In this edition, we hear from Elite series pro Clark Reehm and Canadian fishing legend Big Jim McLaughlin as they offer their expertise on targeting bass with spoons.

Quick Strike Pike
I am currently pulling together the live action video clips that I am going to be using when I present my ice fishing seminars at the upcoming GREAT OUTDOORS & DIY WEEKEND at the Toronto International Centre, November 25th - 27th.
One of the topics I am going to be discussing involves tying up your own quick-strike rigs so you can hang giant deadbaits (fresh suckers, herring, mackerel and the

Jeff Weltz's Fraser Valley Fishing Column for November 1st
In this week's edition, Jeff looks at the question "What is a steelhead?"

Truth in Advertising
In a week’s time, a single Oscar Meyer lunchable packet with a scrap of leftover cheese can stain a yellow square into the bottom of a storage box that requires a double espresso, a single-edged razorblade and a bottle of muriatic acid to remove. The cheese will condensate into a blob of oozing green mold that smells like the inside of your grandmother’s purse and adheres to whatever it touches li

Spotted Seatrout Season Closes in the South Zone
Spotted seatrout season closes in the South Zone, species on the agenda when the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Meets in Key Largo, FL, Nov. 16-17

The Thetis Lake Monster - A First-hand Encounter
This is the story of a chance encounter with the Thetis Lake Monster, a mythological (?) creature from Vancouver Island.

Special Manitoba Walleye River Report - Green With Envy
As most walleye anglers know, especially river rats,
everything revolves around the current. 
Nothing pulls in the big fish faster in the fall and positions them more
ideally than perfect current conditions.
 
By the same token, nothing shuts down the bite quicker or
keeps the fish out in the big waters more than too much current or not enough.
 
That is what is happening ri

Pros Weigh In: Changes to Tournament Format
The co-founder of the Berkley B1 bass tournament, the editor-in-chief of Bass Angler Magazine, and Toronto's top fishing guide weigh in on changes they would make to bass tournaments.

Everything changes in Florida once the northerly winds start to blow
If there’s one thing I’ve learned it’s that winter plays no favorites, and whether you’re a good guy or a smendrick, a cold north wind will make you as uncomfortable as an alter boy at a Senatorial mixer. Many of the migrants looking to escape the persecution of cold are already Florida residents that have more flee than fight, opting to seek refuge in the deep water inlets, which is why the conce

Jeff Weltz's Lower Mainland Fishing Report - October 19th
Jeff's most recent article offers a history lesson on pacific salmon fishing, teaching us how they were taken recreationally in the early 1900s.

Florida Fishing Report
Any time you can get outside the inlets to chase redfish you’ll find the big fish are stacked nearby, with chunks of mullet the top baits. Anglers fishing outside Fernandina Inlet are catching reds to 30 pounds along with bluefish and ladyfish.

B.C. Hotspots for October 18th
B.C. lakes and rivers are producing big time right now, find out where some of the best spots have been as of late.

HOLDING BIG FISH PROPERLY
Is there any scientific evidence to suggest that holding a big lake trout, muskie, northern pike or catfish by its jaw or gill plate, without supporting its belly, can be injurious to the fish?
There isn’t, but only because the problem has never been studied. Ask some of the top fisheries’ biologists if the practice is prudent, however, and they’ll tell you it isn’t. Th

Jeff Weltz's Lower Mainland Fishing Report - October 10th
Jeff talks about the positive effects that fly-fishing can have on people in this week's column.

Spotted Seatrout May Remain Open Year-Round in Florida Waters
During their September meeting the FWC approved several draft amendments that would open seatrout year-round in Florida waters and possibly increase recreational and commercial bag limits in some regions

Winterizing Your Boat: Expert Tips from "Engine Answerman" Bobby Cleveland
Fishing season is winding down, do you know how to properly winterize your boat?

FOREVER BACKLASH FREE
One of the things I look forward to every year is heading down to either Las Vegas or Orlando and attending the big ICAST (International Convention of Allied Sportfishing Trades) Show on behalf of the good folks at Outdoor Canada Magazine.  
I wander around the convention floor for several days, talk to many of the manufacturers and distributers and then pick the top dozen or so new fish

Drifting Down the Petit Cascapedia

My epic trip to the  Gaspé was something I will never forget. My favourite day on the water was a trip down the Petit Cascepedia with Peter Bennett and our guide, John Law.  
We left early in the morning after eating a fantastic meal at the lodge (eggs and fresh speckled trout I had caught the pervious day - doesn't get better then this!). After some vehicle shuffling,

Pros Weigh In: Catching Fall Bass
Hear from an In-Fisherman magazine contributer, a famous lure painter, and an Elite series pro as they weigh in on what it takes to catch bass this fall.

My first Atlantic Salmon

As an angler, we all have a mystical fish we all dream of catching. I have often drifted off , thinking of the rivers of Canada’s East Coast and about the Atlantic Salmon that swim in them. When I was invited to join my friends Dan, Peter and Larry I could not pass up the chance at even a shot to catch a fish that was on my bucket list for many years.  
 I must say,

Okanagan/Boundary Country Fishing Report for October 1st
Fishing has been good in the waters from Grand Forks to Keremeos as of late, with the season dwindling down, why not get out there and enjoy it?

FROGGY WENT A COURTIN'
Okay, are you
ready?  Here is today's fishing question
for you.  What do channel cats and people
have in common?
 
If you said they
both enjoy eating frog's legs, you're right!
 
At least that is
what buddy, Steve Sherman discovered last week while fishing on the Red River
below the dam in Selkirk, Manitoba. 
Steve was out with another friend, Todd Longel

A September to remember

In Eastern Canada, September is the time most tournament anglers look forward to the most. This year we had two of Canada’s biggest tournaments took the same body of water- the famed Lake St Francis.
 The Renegade Bass Classic came first and the top 40 teams from the Renegade Bass tournament series battled it out for a  fully-rigged Ranger Z-119 bass boat powered by a 200 HP Evi

Florida Fishing Report
Sebastian Inlet has been the hottest spot on the east coast of Florida, with tarpon, snook and jumbo redfish all gathered at the inlet to feed on the massive schools of mullet migrating down the beach

Rockin' the Kayak
Lookswise, rockfish always reminded me of bass.  They've got similar fins, big mouths, and attitude.  Recently, my good friend Ryan and his girlfriend Marina (great fishing name btw) took their kayaks, some bass gear, and their dogs to the briny depths of the Pacific to tie into these distant relatives of the largemouth. 
Gear:  6'6" Spinning Rod with 8 pound test fluor

Pink Salmon on the Run Again in Nile Creek, Vancouver Island
Thanks to a decades-long effort by a Vancouver Island-based society, the once depleted Nile Creek once again runs with pink salmon and cutthroat trout.

Go Back to Your Roots
Many anglers started off fishing in small creeks, and nothing triggers nostalgia like returning to these spots where we cut our angling teeth.

Jeff Weltz's Lower Mainland Fishing Report - September 19th
Beginning with our first nations people, life here (in B.C.) revolved around the salmon runs.

Destination: Osoyoos
Osoyoos, B.C. may be known for its wine and beaches, but don't forget your fishing pole next time you're in Canada's pocket desert.

Navionics' Rolls Out New Manitoba Marine Chart
The legendary channel cats in Manitoba's Red and Winnipeg
Rivers are biting like crazy right now,
and the equally celebrated giant Lake Winnipeg
"greenbacks" are starting to pull out of the big lake and enter the
rivers as they do every fall. 
 
(Manitoba's marquee lakes and rivers just got a whole lot easier to fish thanks to Navionics new Gold 2XG Marine Chart)
  

Dock of Dreams
And then there are the rows of marine products, everything from custom monogrammed shirts for the entire crew to the latest lure with a live bait encased inside to give credence to the power of marketing. I’d have to actually name my boat to take advantage of the monogrammed shirts, something that could be done at any of the booths offering instant boat decals, but I really don’t need the pressure

Western Crankin'
Crankbaits are one of the hottest baits in Western Canada, here are 5 ways to put them to work for you next time on the lake.

Okanagan/Kootenays Fishing Report - Sept. 8th
Trout, char, and bass are all biting in the southern interior of B.C.

SLOW DEATH WALLEYES
What never
ceases to amaze me is when I receive an e-mail message from a fishing buddy,
along with a string of photos, reporting on a recent hot catch.  
 
Because, as
often as not, the technique that is "working" in one part of the country
is identical to what is slaying the fish in another part of the country, often
hundreds, even thousands of miles away.
 

Purity at the site of launch
Every boat ramp has a series of weirdo’s and lollygaggers that can delay your day

Current ContestsRSS

Where in Manitoba is Mariko Izumi?
Mariko Izumi, host of WFN's Hookin' Up is traveling & exploring the beautiful province of Manitoba. It is up to you to discover where Mariko is for your chance to win an incredible Walleye Fishing Trip to the Gunisao Lake Lodge. Check the contest each week for a new video clue and a new chance to enter!

What's on your Holiday Fish List Contest
WFN wants to know What’s on your Holiday Fish List! Submit your entry for your chance to win a $250 gift card to Bass Pro Shops!

Poll

What is your favorite method of fishing?

Featured Photo Album

Team Three Buoys
Photos from an amazing day on the water with 20 out of 29 sailfish landed.
View Photos

Socialize with WFN
Our WFN Personalities are on Twitter. Find out what they are doing by subscribing to their Twitter feeds. Get connected with WFN on Facebook. Become a fan of our Fan Pages and get updates on what's happening on WFN.

Stay Connected with WFN

Subscribe to the World Fishing Nation Newsletter to keep up to date with our programming, contests, and more! Enter your email address below to subscribe!

Enter a valid email address
 Sign up!

Thanks for your subscription!

© 2011 World Fishing Network LLC. All rights reserved.

News

Community

Bass

Fly Fishing

On TV

About

Videos

Ambassadors

Trout

Ice Fishing

TV Schedule

Advertise

Fishing Tips

Tournaments

Walleye

Kayak Fishing

Fishing Shows

Press Releases

Gear

Events

Carp

Surf Fishing

Get WFN on TV

Careers

Trips

Register

Salmon

Saltwater Fishing

FAQ

Terms and Conditions

Contests

Games

Crappie

Sport Fishing

Contact Us

Privacy Policy

Email Address

Password

Incorrect password/email. Please try again.

Login

Forgot Your Password?

Connect with Facebook
Connect your WFN account with your Facebook
account to sync your profile info and make it easy to share your blogs, photos
and videos with your friends on Facebook.

Connect with Facebook

Not registered?
Click here to become a member.