Fishing in Lake Michigan

Lake Michigan is the third-largest of the Great Lakes and the eighth-largest lake in the world. It is home to a wide variety of freshwater fish, many of which you can harvest year round. Trolling and down rigging are popular methods of fishing the lake from a boat, and there are approximately 1,660 miles of sand and rocky shoreline from which to cast. Fish Steelhead, rainbow trout, lake and brown trout, coho and chinook...

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How to Go Trout Fishing

If you have never gone trout fishing, be prepared for an exhilarating experience. That is if you are able to hook a rainbow or brown long enough for a good battle. Half of the fun is in the fight, and trout will not disappoint in the challenge. While fishing for lake trout is a wonderful sport, most people go trout fishing in a river or brook -no boat required, and these tips will provide the basics for a productive trip....

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Fishing Silver Lake in Washington

Fishing for a variety of game fish is available at the 180-acre Silver Lake in Washington. Anglers can access the lake at the Silver Lake Park where other activities are available such as boating, camping, horseback riding and hiking. Instructions 1 Prepare your fishing equipment and gear. Bring your valid state-issued fishing license. The fishing season in Silver Lake in Whatcom County is usually open from the last...

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How to Choose Bait for Lake Fishing

As something for the whole family and all ages to enjoy, lake fishing appeals to many people. One can sit and relax and wait for the bobber to disappear, kids can be entertained for hours in a crappie bed and each trip sports a new challenge for the sport fishing enthusiast. With all the variety, it can be puzzling to choose bait for lake fishing. These tips can help you get started with the first step, attracting fish bites....

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Michigan Steelhead Fishing

Originally found only on the West Coast, Michigan fish biologists learned almost 50 years ago steelhead will do just fine in the Great Lakes and their tributaries. Since then, millions of steelhead have been produced by Michigans cold-water hatcheries and stocked in nearly every tributary stream leading into Lake Superior, Michigan and Huron. These fish have created a loyal following among steelhead fishermen who fish for...

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What Bait to Use for Lake Fishing

One of the most accessible and enjoyable types of fishing, lake fishing offers something many people seek--a little rest and relaxation. Once you learn a lake, very little changes from year to year. Some baits work in certain spots and you may find you can go back to those same places for the rest of your life. But what baits work best? And how do you find them? These are questions nearly every lake angler must answer at...

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About Salmon Fishing Poles

Fishing for salmon requires special equipment and techniques. Salmon fishing poles vary greatly depending upon a number of factors. This includes the geographical location of where the fishing is taking place, the species of salmon desired, the season and the fishing method. Function Salmon fishing poles are designed to catch different sizes of the fish, and to attract them with fancy lures or bait. Salmon are very...

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Trout Fishing in California Rivers

The trout fishing opportunities in California are are as numerous as the state is large (and it's a big state). The regulations vary widely, as well, from limited seasons to no date restrictions to areas where fishing isn't permitted at all. Some of the best trout fishing areas also boast prime steelhead fishing. Steelhead are rainbow trout that spend much of their life in the ocean where they grow to very large sizes and...

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Bait for Saltwater Fishing

Saltwater fishing is one of the most dynamic environments an angler can seek out. Depending on the type of fishing environment and targeted fish, the choice of appropriate fishing bait can widely vary. Two popular forms of live bait for saltwater fishing are prawns and worms. Barley and cabbage are two other types of popular bait for saltwater fishing whether angling from the shore in surf fishing, in saltwater marsh or from...

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Texas Hunting & Fishing Laws

The Lone Star State of Texas has thousands of acres of wild land full of hunting and fishing possibilities. Hunt javelina, deer and many species of birds, or drop a line in the water for crappie, bluegill or catfish. Know the current Texas laws and regulations prior to heading out for your adventure. Hunting Hunt for a deer. Texas Parks and Wildlife (TPW) governs the hunting laws for the state. The 2009-2010 rules...

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River Fishing in Michigan

Michigan has over 300 named rivers and streams in the upper and lower peninsulas. With so many different bodies of water available, it's no wonder Michigan is full of fishermen. When fishing in a Michigan river, you can fish by boat, from the shore, on the ice in winter, fly fish or even do something called smelt dipping. Fly and Trout Fishing Michigan has many small rivers that are just wide enough to walk in, cast...

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