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Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / July 27

Top 3 Fishing Stories of the Week: Dock Fishing Largemouth, the Ideal Knife for Anglers, and a Black Carp Bounty

Largemouth bass are structure orientated fish that often find a home base and stick to it. Sure, they roam around and move within any lake or river system, especially during our changing seasons, but for the most part these fish key in on specific areas and hunker down.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / July 26

The Orvis Helios F Fly Rod: When Slower Is Better in Saltwater Fly Fishing

Continued from "Are Orvis Helios D and F Fly Rods Really That Different on the Water?". In June, I took the 8-weight Orvis Helios D and Helios F fly rods with me to fish the Brewster Flats of Cape Cod.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / July 26

Big Browns on the Bow River in Calgary With Dave Brown Outfitters

This past week, I had the chance to go up to Alberta and float the Bow River in Calgary – a river known for growing strong, beautiful trophy brown and rainbow trout.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / July 25

Illegal Bass Stocking Threatens Native Trout in Maine Lake: $6000 Reward Offered

According to the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife (MDIFW), the illegal introduction of largemouth bass to West Musquash Lake in southern Maine threatens a pristine wild brook trout, lake trout, and landlocked salmon fishery.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / July 25

The Morning Hatch - The Misunderstood Jack, 5 Tips for Smallmouth, Veterans Healling With Fly Fishing

In this edition of The Morning Hatch: • The Jack Crevalle should get more love from fly anglers; it is an amazing fish that will ferociously hit a fly and put up a fight equal to any gamefish out there.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / July 25

The Starting Spot: Is Bernie Schultz Happy?, Bubba Scales New Derby Format, and a Soft Plastics Revolution

In today’s 7-25–25 edition of The Starting Spot: -I listened to the podcast version of this with Bernie Schultz and Dave Mercer and genuinely loved the conversation.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / July 24

Ultimate Guide to Fishing Alaska’s Kenai River for Salmon and Trout

For many anglers, an Alaskan fishing adventure is a dream come true. But where do you start? The Kenai River in Alaska is famous for its epic salmon runs, incredible rainbow trout and dolly varden fishing, and stunning glacial waters running through surreal mountainous scenery.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / July 24

Lunkerhunt BLACK Daggr Stick: Testing a New Suspending Jerkbait that Bass Love to Bite

Recently unveiled at ICAST (International Convention of Allied Sportfishing Trades) 2025, the Lunkerhunt BLACK Daggr Stick is a suspending jerkbait that raised eyebrows and received praise.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / July 24

The Starting Spot: Grigsby Says Goodbye, Topwater Lures Rule, and Best New Baits at ICAST

In today’s 7-24–25 edition of The Starting Spot: -One of the all time great bass pros and nicest guy you’ll ever meet, Shaw Grigsby has announced his retirement.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / July 23

The Starting Spot: Tight Bass Pro Tour Race, Top Baits for Smallmouth, and the Power of the Ned Rig

In today’s 7-23–25 edition of The Starting Spot: -As the Tackle Warehouse Invitational series winds down, the anglers aiming to qualify for next year’s BPT series are stacked up.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / July 22

6 Tips For Photographing Your Best Fishing Selfie

Catching a big fish is great experience, but capturing that memory with the perfect fishing selfie requires a whole different skill set. Whether used as

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / July 22

The Morning Hatch - World Record Trout, ICast Awards, and Freshwater Fish Like it Complicated

In this edition of The Morning Hatch: • Who knew there were so many trout species in the world? Some listed aren't even true trout, but char. - World Record Trout: The Biggest Trout Ever Caught • ICAST- The International Convention of Allied Sportfishing Trades is the world's largest annual trade show for the sportfishing industry.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / July 22

The Starting Spot: Micro-Baits for Big Smallmouth, Top Tips for Hot Bass, and 2026 Bassmaster Elite Schedule

In today’s 7-22–25 edition of The Starting Spot: -Sometimes, really small baits are required to trigger the biggest smallmouth bass to bite. Great Lakes Finesse has the baits you need.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / July 21

The Morning Hatch - 2025’s Best New Lures, Restoring the Trinity River, And Catching a New England Grand Slam

- Check out these expert-approved lures released at ICAST last week. - The Best New Lures from ICAST 2025 - It’s been a long road restoring one of California’s most important salmon habitats.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / July 21

The Starting Spot: Legacy Lunkers in AR, Rainy Lake Bass Derby, and Wet Wading Summer Smallmouth

In today’s 7-21–25 edition of The Starting Spot: -With a helping hand from the wildly successful Texas ShareLunker program, Arkansas Game and Fish is launching Legacy Lunker starting in 2026.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / July 20

How To 10X Your Bass Fishing Skills with the “Protege Effect”

We’ve all heard, “Take a Kid Fishing.” Excellent advice! I couldn’t agree more. I took my daughter fishing at an early age and I don't regret one second of it.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / July 20
Top 3 Fishing Stories of the Week: Earn $100 Per Carp, Anglercore: Fashion or Foolish, and Fishing by the Moon

Top 3 Fishing Stories of the Week: Earn $100 Per Carp, Anglercore: Fashion or Foolish, and Fishing by the Moon

If you’re an angler, you’ve probably heard about the invasive carp problem in the U.S., and may have even seen firsthand the damaging effects these species can have on our lakes and rivers.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / July 19

Fly Fishing Lessons: Is 'Presentation' the most important skill in fly fishing?

Continued from Part 1: Fly Fishing Lessons: What Is Presentation and How It Helps You Catch More Fish? If you want to consistently catch fish, you have to understand what "good presentation" means in relation to fly fishing, and then be able to do it.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / July 18

Fly Fishing Lessons: What Is Presentation and How It Helps You Catch More Fish?

Learning to fly fish can seem daunting because there is so much to learn. The truth is, it's a lifetime of learning, so don't look at it as a mountain in front of you; instead, learn each lesson as it comes, like adding bricks to a wall.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / July 18

Dock Fishing for Largemouth Bass: Best Baits and Tactics to Catch Hidden Bass

Largemouth bass are structure orientated fish that often find a home base and stick to it. Sure, they roam around and move within any lake or river system, especially during our changing seasons, but for the most part these fish key in on specific areas and hunker down.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / July 18

The Starting Spot: ICAST Winning Products, Stank Bug Craw Review, and Being the Classic Champ at ICAST

In today’s 7-18–25 edition of The Starting Spot: -There were a lot of great products launched at ICAST 2025. Here’s a convenient list of the winners for every category.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / July 17

The Starting Spot: Bernie Schultz’s ICAST Picks, Okeechobee Vegetation Project, and the New Ned Rig

In today’s 7-17–25 edition of The Starting Spot: -Veteran bass pro Bernie Schultz shares his favorite new products from ICAST 2025 -Lake Okeechobee in Florida has faced its share of challenges, from both natural and human disturbances.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / July 16

The Morning Hatch - Still Water Nymphing, Summer Bass Fishing, And Trophy Brown Trout Spots

- How nymph fishing with an indicator can level up your lake fishing game. - How to Fish Nymphs Under an Indicator on Still Waters - All you need to know about catching bass during the summer months.

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