Iowa Muskie Fishing with Iowa Muskie Guide Steve Jonesi: Mastering the Bite at Pleasant Creek and BeyondWhen it comes to Midwest muskie fishing, Iowa is often overlooked—but according to veteran angler and muskie guide Steve Jonesi, that’s a mistake.“Iowa’s got a lot more to offer muskie anglers tha
Lake of the Woods Muskie Early Season: Expert Tips from Joe CooperAs the 2025 muskie fishing season kicks off, Lake of the Woods is shaping up for one of the best openers in recent memory. With water temperatures rising steadily and weather patterns staying stable, conditions are aligning perfectly
Feelin' Froggy with Freddy B. FrogBy Jodie Paul Frog fishing is one of the most exhilarating ways to catch largemouth bass. There’s something uniquely thrilling about watching a fish explode through a mat of lily pads or duckweed to crush a bait on the surface. When bass bury themselves deep in thic
Mastering the Livingston Lures Titan: Best Musky Dive-and-Rise Bait on the MarketWhen the bite gets tough—cold fronts, high skies, and flat-calm conditions—there’s one bait in the box that consistently delivers: the Titan from Livingston Lures. This cutting-edge dive-and-rise bait combines modern in
Summer Shallow Crankbait Fishing: Scott Canterbury’s Tips for SuccessShallow crankbait fishing in the summer is one of the easiest ways to catch bass, yet many new anglers lack confidence with this technique. In a recent interview, NPFL Pro and 2019 Bassmaster Elite Series Angler of the Year Scott C
FFS How Live Sonar WorksSonar, whether it is traditional sonar, side imaging, or live imaging, all works on the same basic principle: sound pulses are produced by a transducer and the reflection of those sound pulses from bottom, cover, or fish is detected by the transducer as a signal. The computin
Jacob Powroznik: Smallmouth Bass Tips and TricksAs warmer weather creeps into the Upper Midwest, anglers are hitting the water, eager to chase big smallmouth bass. The slower warmup in the northern zone creates a prime opportunity to put hefty bronzebacks in the boat.Best Lure for Smallmouth Bass Lu
How Livingston Lures Are Engineered for Maximum Visibility on Forward Facing Sonar: The Difference is Clear. Best Lures for LivescopeForward Facing Sonar (FFS) technologies like Garmin LiveScope, Lowrance ActiveTarget, and Humminbird MEGA Live have revolutionized how anglers find and track fish in r
How to Choose the Right Muskie Lure: Breaking Away from Bucktails and Branching Out for Beginnersby: Steven Paul As the musky season in full swing in the North Zone and stretches across the vast habitat range, anglers everywhere are buzzing with excitement, readying their gear for the peak musky fis
Sound Over Scent: How Livingston Lures’ Lobster Callers Are Reshaping Commercial FishingAs the 2024–2025 District 34 lobster season came to a close, commercial fishermen were confronted with a hard truth: traditional harvesting methods are becoming increasingly unsustainable. Rising bait costs, fish
Mastering Suspending Crankbaits for Musky FishingWhen it comes to musky fishing, few baits offer the versatility and strike-triggering power of the Livingston Lures Rachel. This suspending crankbait blends the hard-thumping action of a crank with the finesse and control of a jerkbait, making it dead
Revolutionizing Bass Fishing with Forward-Facing Sonar and Livingston Jerk BaitsForward-facing sonar has transformed bass fishing, offering anglers a new view into the underwater world. Professional bass angler Randy Howell, a seasoned expert in this cutting-edge technology, highlights how Livingsto
Canterbury Crushes Competition: Domination on Douglas LakeLivingston Lures Pro Staffer Scott Canterbury took the lead on Douglas Lake, Tennessee — and refused to let go. With a combination of skill, strategy, and the cutting-edge power of Livingston Lures, Canterbury delivered a dominant performance
Mastering Forward-Facing Sonar (LiveScope) with Livingston Lures: Tips and Techniques for More & Bigger BassForward-facing sonar (LiveScope) has revolutionized fishing by providing real-time imaging of fish, underwater structures, and even your lure’s movement. When paired with Livingston Lures—each
Chasing Big Bites: Summer Run-and-Gun Bass Fishing with El DiabloJodie Paul Summer bass fishing is often said to be a game of deep water, slow presentations, and finesse tactics for lethargic fish. But this approach overlooks a high-energy alternative: burning the bank to target the most aggressive
Bass Fishing: Stealth Strategy Lake HowellAs a professional angler competing in Bassmaster and Major League Fishing tournaments, I’ve learned that success in bass fishing comes down to precision, patience, and adaptability. Whether I’m working shallow waters in early spring or targeting deep ledges
Underwater, vision is limited and smell can take time to travel. But sound? Sound is immediate.For fish, sound detection is not just a helpful tool – it’s a matter of survival. In the aquatic world, the ability to detect sound is how fish locate prey, avoid predators, communicate with one another an
Byron Velvick: Mastering Late Spring and Early Summer Bass Fishing with Lipless CrankbaitsThe late spring to early summer transition is a prime time for bass anglers. Bass are active, but targeting trophy-class fish requires precision and strategy. One of the most effective techniques during this pe
Capitalizing on the Bluegill Spawn for Big Bass The mid-spring to early summer period, spanning late April through June, is an exhilarating time for bass anglers. As bluegill (brim) spawn in shallow waters, bass become highly active, offering a thrilling and productive fishing pattern. Anthony Gagli
How to Set Up and Use Planer Boards for Musky Trolling: A Comprehensive GuideBy Steven PaulLet’s talk musky trolling—my kind of game, where you’re outsmarting those toothy giants with skill, strategy and a few pieces of the right gear mixed in for good measure. Trolling for muskies isn’t just draggi
Hunting Muskies at Night: Tactics, Safety, and ThrillsThe adrenaline rush of a musky striking your bait in the dead of night is unmatched. Picture this: it’s just you, the moon lighting the sky, and the eerie call of a loon breaking the silence. As you slowly retrieve your bait, white water erupts b
Ledge Fishing Tactics for Spring to Summer Bass: Expert Tips from Laker HowellBy Laker HowellAs spring transitions to summer, many bass anglers prefer shallow water fishing, but I thrive on targeting deep water bass on ledges, especially on renowned lakes like Guntersville. In this guide, I share ho
How to Troll for Walleye Like a Pro: Your Comprehensive Guide to Summer SuccessTrolling for walleye stands out as a highly effective technique, particularly during the prime summer months when these toothy critters often inhabit deeper waters. Whether you're just starting out and looking to fill the
The Livingston Lures Pro Ripper: A Game-Changer for Bass FishingThe Livingston Lures Pro Ripper has redefined the lipless crankbaits, emerging as a must-have for serious anglers targeting trophy bass. With its innovative Electronic Baitfish Sound (EBS) Technology and unique design, this lure has ear