Spinning reels were historically plagued by line twists and balky drag systems, but the wide range of open-faced reels on the market today leave those stereotypes in the dust. Even at a bargain price, ...

If you’ve ever stood on the bank of a river with a fly rod, stared at the water, and wondered, ‘Where the hell do I start?’, you’re not alone. When you’re just getting started trout fishing, even ...

Outside of fly fishing, the are four main types of reels for fishing, and which one you choose can make a difference to your success. Maybe you’re new to fishing. Maybe you’ve been at it for a while ...

Leave the fly rod and grab the muck boots. For an interesting take on brook trout angling, make for the hardwoods instead of the main stream. These quick tips on catching small creek, under the radar ...

Anglers took to the creeks and streams throughout Luzerne County on Saturday to mark the statewide opener of trout season. The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission stocked approximately 3.2 million ...

Whether you’re chasing bass, trout, or panfish, having the right rod and reel makes all the difference. This guide breaks down the best setups for every type of freshwater fishing, from budget combos ...

Tim Baker, the general manager at Unkel Joe’s Woodshed in Altoona, mounts a new reel for display ahead of Saturday’s trout season opener. Mirror photo by Patrick Waksmunski A late January storm that ...

A few things Steve Griffin sought when he signed up for a clinic with Trout Unlimited and fly-shop instructor John Cleveland, ...

Trout fishing season officially opens at 8 a.m. on Saturday. Approximately 184,000 trout were distributed during the pre-season across the state’s waterways, according to the New Jersey Department of ...