Sometimes, the end of a fishing charter just kind of fizzles out. Maybe the captain had a hard time finding the fish or maybe the weather is just plain bad. Other times, the ride back to the dock is warmed by a perfect trip and…
Being a kayak guide and outdoor writer, I am often asked about watercraft. The most asked questions are “kayak or canoe?” and “what do I use?” The answer is no surprise or secret: my craft of choice is the NuCanoe system–hands down. About seven years…
A couple years ago at the St. Paul Ice Fishing show, I first encountered the Wilcraft, a hybrid ATV that is advertised to float on water. I enjoyed the concept of being able to float out to first or last ice without needing a canoe…
The object was to just bump the jig along the bottom. I was concentrating on keeping the jig moving because the bottom was covered with clumps of oysters and I didn’t want to snag. It was past mid-morning and we only had a couple more…
As a diehard outdoorsman living the dream day in and day out, I use and abuse every bit of equipment I own. Part of that abuse is a result of neglect and being slightly unorganized while on the water. When I am fishing, I am…
