Surf Fishing With Lucky Craft Lures

Surf Fishing with Lucky Craft Lures featured image showing a lady angler sitting on the beach while tying on her Lucky Craft lure, and an enlarged image of a Lucky Craft lure.

Surf fishing with Lucky Craft lures has become a favorite method for anglers who want to catch fish like halibut, striped bass, and surf perch from the shore. I’ve found that using these lures in the surf gives me the right mix of casting distance, action, and realism. QUICK LOOK: 5 Key Features of Lucky … Read more

Tips And Tactics For Saltwater Fishing With Spoons

Saltwater Fishing with Spoons featured image showing a lady angler holding a nice redfish while sitting in her kayak next to an enlarged image of the Johnson Sprite Spoons Saltwater Kit.

Saltwater fishing with spoons stands out as one of the simplest and most satisfying techniques to catch a wide range of fish. Whenever I’m out on the water, a well-chosen spoon is often my first lure choice. These metal lures are tough, versatile, and work well from sheltered bays to open surf. QUICK LOOK: Advanced … Read more

What Is Sail Line Fishing And How To Use It?

Sail line Fishing featured image showing sail line prepared to be launched from the bank.

Sail line fishing is a technique that uses wind power to move a baited fishing line across the water. This method has been popular among saltwater anglers who want to reach fish that are too far for casting. QUICK LOOK: How a Sail Line Works. Instead of a rod and reel, I use a sailing … Read more

Fishing Lake Calcasieu: 14 Tips And Tactics

Fishing Lake Calcasieu featured image showing two lady anglers, one in her kayak holding a nice redfish, and the other standing in a boat with a keeper flounder.

Fishing at Lake Calcasieu is something I find rewarding, especially with all the different types of fish you can catch here. If you want to improve your results, knowing the lake’s hot spots and using the right gear goes a long way. Lake Calcasieu, also called Big Lake, is famous for redfish and speckled trout, … Read more

8 Tips on Wade Fishing The Flats For Redfish And Black Drum

Wade fishing the Flats for Redfish and Black Drum featured image showing two anglers wading at dawn. One is landing a nice fish, and the other is towing his kayak behind him.

Wade fishing the shallow flats is one of my favorite ways to catch redfish and black drum. There’s nothing quite like being right in the water, feeling connected to every sound and movement. Wade fishing provides a more mindful approach, giving me the chance to sneak up on fish in skinny water, make careful casts, … Read more

How The Wind Can Be Your Friend When Fishing Inshore Waters

How the Wind can be Your Friend when Fishing Inshore Waters featured image showing a lady angler fighting a fish from the back of a boat on a windy day.

Wind often turns out to be one of the most useful elements when I’m fishing inshore waters. While some anglers see a windy day as a problem, I treat it as a helpful tool for finding fish and getting more bites. Understanding how wind affects everything—from bait to fish movements—makes each trip a little smarter … Read more

17 Emerging Trends In Saltwater Kayak Fishing

Emerging Trends in Saltwater Kayak Fishing featured image showing a lady angler sitting on her kayak with her legs in the water while holding her rod and reel.

Saltwater kayak fishing has taken off in recent years, and I’m constantly noticing new gadgets, practices, and hotspots entering the scene. If you’re just starting to explore this type of fishing or you’ve already spent some time out on the water, following emerging trends can make your trips more productive and enjoyable. QUICK LOOK: Latest … Read more

Tips For Fishing In Different Weather Conditions

Tips for Fishing in Different Weather Conditions featured image showing a man in a yellow rain suit fishing off a pier while it is raining.

Fishing is one of those hobbies that feels different every time I go out, especially when the weather is always switching up. I quickly learned that the weather changes everything, from where the fish are hiding to what lures will work best. In this article, I’m sharing practical tips to help you enjoy more successful … Read more

7 Tips for Fishing Gulf Of Mexico Nearshore Rigs In Texas

Fishing Nearshore Rigs in the Gulf of Mexico in Texas. Image shows three fishermen fishing from the back of a boat next to a nearshore oil rig.

Fishing nearshore rigs in the Gulf of Mexico off the Texas coast brings some of the most exciting saltwater action around, and it is surprisingly accessible if you learn a few practical techniques. Over numerous trips working rigs off Texas, I’ve learned that careful planning, understanding fish behavior, and smart tactics make all the difference … Read more

Fishing For Pacific Coast Rockfish and the Challenges they Present

Fishing for Pacific Coast Rockfish featured image showing a father and son holding up a large rockfish next to an image of other rockfish they caught.

Fishing for Pacific Coast rockfish can be one of the most rewarding ways to spend time on the water. I’m always impressed by the diversity of rockfish species and the challenge of finding the right spots and methods to bring in a great catch. QUICK LOOK: Primary Challenges when Fishing for Pacific Coast Rockfish In … Read more