Reel ReportJames DrakeAccording to the calendar, it’s time for the first reel report of the season although Mother Nature has kept her winter’s grip on us a little longer than normal this year.Average ...

BOISE, Idaho — 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 ...

Fishing has provided me with so many awesome memories and unforgettable catches — it has been one of the great joys of my life. But a recent catch in my family has become my sole focus. My wife Anna, ...

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 ...

What makes a good jig? Honestly, it’s not that complicated. The two main considerations are size and color. For size, I’ll use anything from a 1/8 ounce to micro jigs that are 1/64 or even 1/80 ounce.

If the Reel Report doesn’t inspire you to wet a line this weekend, well then maybe heading out to Piney Point to tour the lighthouse there will get you out of the house. It’s been a long time since ...