A Beginners Guide to Microfishing

The goal in micro fishing is to catch small, often overlooked species of fish. It’s a fun hobby since you get to see and catch fish that go unnoticed by many anglers. There’s also a large variety of fish species the micro angler can target. The gear used in micro fishing is much smaller than gear used … Read more

Micro Fishing with a Fly Rod

Most folks in the micro fishing hobby seem to be using extremely lightweight spin fishing gear. The rods and fishing line used in micro fishing are often scaled down versions of traditional spin gear, making tiny lures and hooks easier to cast. Any fly anglers reading this probably just had a light bulb go off in … Read more

3 Homemade Fish Traps and How to Use Them

Using live bait is a commonly used and very effective way of catching fish, especially highly predatory fish like pike and musky. Bass, trout, catfish, walleye and pretty much every other species of fish imaginable can be taken with live bait as well. The problem is, live bait can be a pain to catch. You … Read more

11 Tools Every New Fly Tyer Needs

Wondering how to start fly tying? Well before you start learning how to tie flies, you’ll need the necessary tools. The list below outlines some of the most important tools for both new and experienced fly tyers. I’ll also go into some detail on how to use the fly tying tools listed here. This post … Read more

7 Easy Fly Patterns for the new Fly Tyer

Learning how to tie flys can be intimidating. There’s a large number of tools, materials, and fly patterns available, where to start? I recommend picking two or three flies and going from there. These flies will vary based on what species you plan on targeting. I’ve listed some easy fly tying patterns here. The flies below are all effective … Read more

How to Fish A Jitterbug

The Arbogast Jitterbug is a classic lure with a history many decades old. It was invented by Fred Arbogast in 1938, and has consistently proven itself as an effective fishing plug since then, especially for largemouth bass (although a large variety of fish species have been caught on this lure). But you didn’t come here for … Read more

12 Unique Fly Fishing Earrings

I’ve noticed that many earrings use hackle feathers we fly tyers would gladly use. If that’s the jewellery style that’s in right now, why not get right to the point and just tie a proper fly pattern as an earring? Many people do, and there are some really creative and beautiful fly fishing jewelry out … Read more

How to Dig, Prepare, and Cook Clams

What type of clams are found on Prince Edward Island I dig my clams on PEI, but the information on how to dig clams written here can be used anywhere clams are found. The species of clam listed here are found throughout most of Atlantic Canada and the North Eastern United States of America. There … Read more

How to Humanely Kill, Store, and Prepare Fish

There’s multiple ways to kill a fish to eat. Some are quick and clean, some not so much. The specific method of how to kill and store a fish may vary by species, but there are some fundamental practices that are true with all types of fish. The specifics on whow to kill a trout … Read more

13 Awesome Shrimp Patterns

Shrimp are one of the most important types of bait for a variety of species. They are in every saltwater environment and are a favourite prey species of many popular sport fish. From redfish, snook, sea trout (all kinds), flounder  and more, fish love to eat shrimp. Shrimp patterns are effective in a large number of … Read more