We’re in the dog days of summer, folks. After weeks on end of 100-degree temperatures, going outside doesn’t always sound like a fun time. There are, however, still plenty of fish to be caught, and…

Tight Lines 208 is dedicated to helping people become better anglers through education. The Tackle Tip is designed to give readers a crash course on a specific lure or gear item. Want to see a…

My earliest fishing memory happened more than 30 years ago at a tiny cabin in the woods of northern Michigan. It was a day filled with excitement and wonder—my dad and five-year-old me didn’t really…

Heat, heat, and more heat has been the story so far for July. But despite the triple-digit temperatures, there are plenty of good fishing options. By focusing your trips on early mornings, and/or fishing at…

Tight Lines 208 is dedicated to helping people become better anglers through education. The Cram Session is designed to give readers a crash course on a specific fish species or local fishery. Want to see…

Tight Lines 208 is dedicated to helping people become better anglers through education. The Tackle Tip is designed to give readers a crash course on a specific lure or gear item. Want to see a…