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Fishing, the outdoors, wildlife and wild water, for people who would rather be outside.

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What we cover

FishingFreshwater and saltwater, fish species, tackle and the spots worth the drive.Read fishing →
OutdoorsCamping, hiking, cabins and the skills that go with them.Coming soon
WildlifeAnimals and birds, how they live and where to see them.Coming soon
BoatsFishing boats, kayaks, canoes and pontoons, and days on the water.Read boats →
NatureParks, trails, forests, waterfalls and the turning seasons.Coming soon

Boats & time on the water

Fishing boats, kayaks, canoes and pontoons: choosing them and using them.

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Accessory checklists

Everything worth packing, by the kind of fishing you do.

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Reading the water & weather

Wind, rain, clouds and depth: what they mean for the bite.

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Tackle & gear

Rods, reels, line, rigs and lures, explained plainly.

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More fishing know-how

Straight answers to the questions every angler asks.

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