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Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / June 16

Wes Logan Wins Bassmaster Elite at Lake Tenkiller in Fitting Father’s Day Finish

In 2021, Wes Logan handed his mom a trophy on Mother’s Day—his first Bassmaster Elite victory. Is it a coincidence that his second Elite victory has come on Lake Tenkiller in Oklahoma four years later on Father’s Day 2025?

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / June 16

The Morning Hatch - Sins of Fly Fishing, The Greatest Fly? And 'Is Fly Fishing Hard?'

In this edition of The Morning Hatch: - The deadly sins of fly fishing. We all do them, even if we don't know we do. See which ones you are guilty of. - The Seven Deadly Sins of Fly Fishing - Why you should always have this pattern in your fly box.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / June 16

The Starting Spot: Logan Pounces on Tenkiller Trophy, June Bass Lures, and How Wheeler Won Kentucky

by Christopher Decker My take: This was a cool second victory for this fifth-year Elite pro, Wes Logan. It was a nice touch that he won on Father’s Day after his first victory came on Mother’s Day of 2021.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / June 15

Shad Spawn 101: David Walker’s Best Baits for Catching Big Bass on Tennessee River Bars

Although throwing topwater baits is exciting, expecting those explosive blow-ups, reaction baits with better hook-up ratios will put more fish in your boat during Tennessee River reservoir shad-spawns.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / June 15

The Morning Hatch - Tuna Blowing Up Fly Rods, Return of a Native Trout, And Tarpon on Top

In this edition of The Morning Hatch: - Any story from Jen Ripple is worth a read. She is an accomplished angler, a skilled photographer, and takes on the most challenging (and often dangerous) fly fishing trips.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / June 15

Top 3 Fishing Stories of the Week: Spinners for Weed Walleye, DIY Tapered Trout Leader, and Slop Frog Bassin’ Tips

Spinner harnesses are some of the most popular lures for walleyes. When trolled slowly they are good search lures and the use of live bait tempts even the wariest of walleyes.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / June 15

Fishing with Dad: The Bass Tournament That Taught Me More Than Winning

In honor of Father's Day, the following bass fishing story is written by a guest author, my amazing daughter, Megan Mazurek. I'm a very proud and lucky father.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / June 15

10 Best Gifts for Outdoorsy Dads Who Love Fishing & Camping (2025 Edition)

Do you know a dad who loves fishing, camping and the outdoors? Do you know what gifts he’d really love to get for Father's Day, his birthday, or any other time you want to surprise him?

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / June 14

Is This the Ultimate Fly Tying Table for Small Spaces?

I wouldn't say I'm a fly-tying fanatic; I definitely wouldn't say I'm any good at it, but I can one hundred percent say that I thoroughly enjoy it. And it is good for me - it's good for my brain, it's good for my creativity, it makes my fly fishing more satisfying, and it helps me with my writing.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / June 13

DIY Install: Humminbird XPLORE 9 on Old Town Sportsman 120 PDL Pro (No Drilling!)

It’s time to find the best fish finder for kayak bass fishing, giving me the ability to “see” into the underwater world and position my kayak in the best fishing spots.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / June 13

How to Cast a Fly Rod Farther

When I started fly fishing for trout, I was told to focus on making short, accurate casts. I think it was good advice, for the most part. On many trout

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / June 13

3 Classic Finesse Bass Baits That Still Catch Bass Today

It didn’t hurt that his years of excellence coincided with a massive shift in the quality of lines, hooks and other gear. When Martens began his professional career in the 1990s, braid had just come onto the scene.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / June 13

The Morning Hatch - Tiger Fish!, a 52-Pound Freshwater Striped Bass, and “How To” for Saltwater Fly Fishing

In this edition of The Morning Hatch: - I have a Tiger Fish trip to South Africa coming up in Sept. This will be a first for me, so I'm especially interested in articles about the "How-tos" of fly fishing for them.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / June 13

The Starting Spot: The Best Bass Angler Ever, ABA Lawsuit, and Feider and Cox Q&A

In case you didn’t know, these Starting Spot Daily Bass Fishing Headlines are the perfect way to start your day with some of the top bass fishing articles on the internet.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / June 12

The Starting Spot: Ike Sits One Out, Bass Hall of Fame Supports Conservation, and MLF Supports Habitat

In case you didn’t know, these Starting Spot Daily Bass Fishing Headlines are the perfect way to start your day with some of the top bass fishing articles on the internet.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / June 11

Fly Fishing Lessons: Tight Line Nymphing - Tips & Techniques

Nymph fishing is undoubtedly the most effective method for catching trout. Unfortunately, the way that most people do it isn’t terribly entertaining. In my experience, you can only watch a strike indicator drift for so many casts before you lose interest and switch to a dry fly.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / June 11

The Starting Spot: Catch Bass in the Wind, Invasive Bass Threaten NC, and Hotspots for Monster Bass

In case you didn’t know, these Starting Spot Daily Bass Fishing Headlines are the perfect way to start your day with some of the top bass fishing articles on the internet.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / June 10

The Starting Spot: Ebare Unloads, Bass Memories, and Bernie Schultz Remembers

In case you didn’t know, these Starting Spot Daily Bass Fishing Headlines are the perfect way to start your day with some of the top bass fishing articles on the internet.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / June 9

How to Build Your Own Tapered Trout Leader

Every trout angler has experienced it – you go out to fish, and the leader you have on your fly line just doesn’t fit the water you’re fishing. Maybe you had planned to fish the main stem of a river and decided on the drive over to check out a tributary stream.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / June 9

The Starting Spot: It’s Wheeler’s World, Bream Bed Bassin’ Now, and Power Fishing with KVD

In case you didn’t know, these Starting Spot Daily Bass Fishing Headlines are the perfect way to start your day with some of the top bass fishing articles on the internet.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / June 8

The Morning Hatch – Jungle Tarpon on a SUP, Why Nymphs, Fixing Common Fly Fishing Mistakes

In this edition of The Morning Hatch: - SUPs (Stand Up Paddle Boards), big Tarpon, and an "unknown" jungle lagoon. All with a fly rod. - Why are Nymph Patterns so effective?

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / June 8

Top 3 Fishing Stories of the Week: Spinners for Weed Walleye, Brown Trout on Streamers, and Slop Frog Bassin’

Spinner harnesses are some of the most popular lures for walleyes. When trolled slowly they are good search lures and the use of live bait tempts even the wariest of walleyes.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / June 7

Top 10 Best Places to Fish Without a Boat: Bank, Pier & Ice Fishing Tips

Anglers who have boats have pretty much unlimited access to fish in a lot of waters. If you don't own a boat, you may feel like your options are limited.

Hunting & Fishing News / Fishing on SI / June 6

How to Unhook Fish Safely: Tips for Catch and Release Success

After you've landed your fish, you need to get the hook out. Most of the time it's a simply matter. Just grasp the hook or lure, push back against the direction the hook penetrated and you're done.

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