You might think of bluegills as something kids catch from docks in the summertime. But in winter, they are serious sport. They can be willing biters ... or they can be challenging, depending on their ...

A fishing friend and I were talking about ice fishing recently. My friend wanted to get involved in fishing through the ice and was curious what equipment he would need to do so. Our conversation soon ...

Ice fishing is a thrill unlike almost any other outdoor pursuit. There is something both exciting and humble about walking on ...

Ice fishing in Buffalo Harbor is finally starting to occur and Brad Brodnicki of Buffalo reported 3 inches of ice earlier in the week. He was catching a little bit of everything – perch, bluegill, ...

In terms of availability, access, and a willingness to bite, it's hard to beat a bluegill. The species Lepomis macrochirus is widespread across the entire continent and is a popular game fish among ...

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When it comes to fishing, I like to think I am versatile enough not to have a favorite lure. That can be a real handicap because conditions often dictate the type of presentations you should use. But ...

Drop a worm in the water on a summer day and just try to not catch a bluegill. But in winter, sometimes those same big slabs get finicky and only bite best at classic walleye times—dawn and dusk.