When I guided, I made it a practice to step away from my anglers and let them fish. From a distance I would watch and see if I could discern the strengths and weaknesses in their game: why were they ...

Since fish are cold-blooded creatures, colder water temperatures significantly slow their activity. Thick ice and snow cover reduces light penetration, which slows underwater photosynthesis, depleting ...

When packaging your fish for the freezer, eliminate freezer burn by storing it in vacuum-sealed bags. For anglers in some parts of the country, it’s salmon season (or nearly so). That means it’s time ...

Buckets or bags should be clean and free of soap residue. Even small traces of chemicals can be harmful to fish. Avoid ...

Ice fishing can be pretty darned simple. Drill a hole, drop a baited hook and wait for a fish to bite. It really can be that simple if you’re just starting. But like all fishing, there are more ice ...

In this week's Mad Genius Tips video, F&W's Justin Chapple reveals the easiest way to score and season fish for ultra-flavorful, restaurant-worthy results. After mastering that skill, move on to these ...