Freshwater

Few anglers target this fish in the winter, but they are aggressive feeders, provide great sport and are delicious when filleted properly.

When the perch and walleye bite shut down on a brutal winter day, white bass showed up in force and turned a near-bust ice fishing trip around.

Freshwater

When the perch and walleye bite shut down on a brutal winter day, white bass showed up in force and turned a near-bust ice fishing trip around.

Recent Articles

Fly Fishing

From the Niagara River surprising a devoted fly fisherman, to a 30-day road trip fishing and camping across Florida, and the world’s youngest bait shop owner, these stories captured Sports Illustrated fishing reader’s attention on Fishing on SI this week.

Freshwater

Small changes can transform your time on the water. Here’s how a few new simple fishing ideas brought balance, fun, and adventure back into my season.

Here's the world's youngest bait shop owner, Easton.

Bass Fishing

A five-year-old builds a mobile bait shop with a lemonade stand—and offers a hopeful reminder of how passion and mentorship will shape fishing’s future.

I let an AI-powered fishing app plan my entire day on unfamiliar Florida water, then tested that plan on the water with a veteran bass pro. The results were surprisingly close.

Bass Fishing

An AI-powered fishing app built a full game plan in seconds. Then I put it to the test on the water with a veteran bass pro.

Fly Fishing

Fly-Fishing Gift Everyone Overlooks, to the Best Gifts for Fishermen That Aren’t Fishing Tackle, to the Perfect Gifts for People Who Love to Fly Fish, these stories captured our Sports Illustrated fishing reader’s attention on Fishing on SI this week.

Fish sometimes get sluggish and are slow to bite in winter. Pay attention to their reaction and mix up your jigging to trigger fish to bite.

Freshwater

Finicky winter fish often follow and sniff without biting. Learn how jigging cadence, lure size, and deadsticking can trigger strikes.

These ice fishing stocking stuffers get our seal of approval as perfect Christmas gifts.

Freshwater

These five ice fishing gear items fit in a stocking and make the perfect gift for all hardwater anglers come Christmas.

Bass Fishing

Not sure what to buy the angler who has everything? These tested gift ideas—from sunglasses and whiskey to eBikes and cameras—go beyond fishing tackle.

This winter, anglers on Minnesota's Mille Lacs lake are allowed three walleyes in possession with a minimum size limit of 17 inches, and only one fish allowed over 20 inches.

Freshwater

New winter regulations are in place for Mille Lacs walleyes, with updated rules also affecting perch and northern pike for the 2025–26 ice season.

Fly Fishing

Perfect gifts for people who fly fish, to ice fishing tips and resort info for Red Lake MN, to Classic Holiday Fly Fishing Gifts

The Top 3 Fishing Stories of the Week: First Ice Walleye, Bass Advent Calendar, and Red Lake Ice Guide

Freshwater

How to Catch First Ice Walleye, Strike King Bass Fisherman Advent Calendar Gift Idea, and Red Lake Minnesota Ice Fishing Guide

Freshwater

Fish Minnesota’s Red Lake for fast walleye action plus overlooked trophy pike, big crappies, and quality perch. Learn tips, regs, access, and where to stay this winter.

Nothing puts a bend in an ultralight rod quite like a beefy bluegill. Follow these tips to put more slab bluegills on the ice.

Freshwater

Learn why big bluegills rush your jig but refuse to bite—and get proven ice-fishing tips on baits, line, jigging cadence, and subtle bite detection.

It doesn't matter how long you've waited or how eager you are to get on the ice, safety always comes first.

Freshwater

Learn how to tell when ice is safe, what gear to carry, and what to do if you fall through. Essential ice fishing safety tips for early and late ice.

Surprise the special angler in your life with one of these fishing gear stocking stuffers.

Freshwater

These ten fishing gear gift ideas are sure to be a hit with all anglers come Christmas morning. Best gifts for anglers.

Expert walleye troller Jason Julian of Church Tackle explains how to slow down, size up, and follow shallow bait to catch trophy Lake Erie walleyes when the water dips below 50°F.

Freshwater

Most anglers quit too early. Learn why late season offers the best open-water walleye fishing of the year, plus expert cold-water trolling tips for giant fish.

First-ice walleyes are aggressive and willing to bite.

Freshwater

Learn where to find first-ice walleyes and how to catch them using the best jigging tactics, tip-up setups, and stealth strategies for early-season success.

Fly Fishing

Here is a tip that will increase your success on the water. Once you understand it, everything about your fishing changes.

Shallow lakes and protected bays often give ice anglers the first chance to get on the ice. But especially at early ice, be extra careful.

Freshwater

Find the best early ice fishing hotspots and learn where first ice forms safely. Explore ponds, river backwaters, coves, and shallow lakes for early-ice action.

Our holiday gift guide will keep the angler prepared for any weather while on the water.

Gear Reviews

Our expert-tested men’s outdoor clothing gift guide highlights the best apparel for anglers,from premium layers to budget-friendly flannels. Great Christmas gifts for 2025.

Prep gear early to ensure a fun and productive season of ice fishing.

Freshwater

Get ready for ice fishing season with this full gear-prep checklist. Shelters, augers, electronics, lures, rods, reels, safety gear—tune up before first ice.

Using a boat to scout for fish before lakes freeze can pay huge dividends once it's time to ice fish.

Freshwater

Ice fishing season is just around the corner! Know where to find the best fishing once the lakes freeze by marking the best spots now.

The browns are spawning, and they're fired up.

Fly Fishing

They'll still eat, even when it's cold.

Last year I declared the GT knot as my new favorite. But recently I realized the diagrams I shared were wrong. Take a look at the corrected diagram and give the GT knot a try.

Bass Fishing

It's my favorite for connecting fluorocarbon to braid, but I found an error in my original GT knot diagram. Here’s the corrected, step-by-step instructions.