With Halloween upon us, it’s time to answer a spooky fishing question: What is the scariest fish in Idaho? Our state’s list of contenders is comparatively short. Coastal states have an entire ocean full of fierce predators to contend with. Some landlocked states harbor freshwater monsters, too. The massive alligator gar—a river giant of Texas…
Fall is a great time of year in southern Idaho. The weather is crisp, footballs are flying, and fishing opportunities abound. The only bummer is the decreasing amount of daylight. By the time most folks get off work, the sun is on its way down. Weekends are still workable (and between colder weather and hunting…
A good fillet knife—and knowing how to use it—is a tool every angler should have in their tackle box. I release most of the fish I catch, but there’s nothing as rewarding as selectively harvesting a few trout, crappie or perch for a fresh, delicious meal. If you enjoy cooking some of your catch, learning…
Fall fishing is officially upon us! That means chilly mornings and early sunsets, but in between, there is usually some bluebird weather to enjoy. That’s good news, because there are plenty of good fishing opportunities to explore. River flows are ideal, reservoirs are fishing well, and the local ponds are turning on thanks to increased…
As the calendar turns to October, fall colors are starting to make their annual appearance. And while I enjoy the vibrant reds, oranges and yellows as much as the next guy, there’s one fall color that is especially near to my heart—brown! I’m talking about the brown trout, one of Idaho’s largest and most aggressive…
In my years of accumulating useful fishing tips and knowledge, a few lessons stand out. And right near the top of the list is this: If a body of water looks good, it probably is—but the only way to know for sure is to go and fish it yourself. As anglers, and in life, it’s…