Fly fishing came into vogue in the early 20th century, and with it came criticism of worm fishing: It was too easy. The debate was considered to be of such importance that, in 1904, Atlantic Monthly ...

“ The last fish I caught was with a worm.” - IZAAK WALTON. A DEFECTIVE logic is the born fisherman’s portion. He is a pattern of inconsistency. He does the things which he ought not to do, and he ...

Anglers looking for respite, solitude, a place to have fun and recharge should consider grabbing their light-action rod and tackle and head out in pursuit of Pennsylvania’s state fish – the native ...

San Juan River: Counselor resident Michelle Haines caught a 20-inch rainbow trout on Oct. 18 using a brown San Juan worm. In addition to the brown San Juan worms, fishing for trout in the quality ...

ALBANY, N.Y. — With thousands of miles of streams across the state, there are ample trout fishing opportunities in New York State. Each year the DEC stocks around 2.3 million catchable-size brook, ...

Leave the fly rod and grab the muck boots. For an interesting take on brook trout angling, make for the hardwoods instead of the main stream. These quick tips on catching small creek, under the radar ...

Every time I fish a brook trout stream, I’m reminded why I have such a soft spot for them. I’m a sucker for dry fly eats, and a brook trout hits a dry fly like no other. The best thing about them?

The brook trout, Salvelinus fontinalis, is an engaging fish. Nearly every trout fisher that I know, young and old alike, has fond memories concerning the beautiful little trout that inhabit most of ...

Summer is peak fishing season in Idaho — and it feels like it’s already packing its bags. Oftentimes, the problem becomes squeezing all your trips into the short window of golden summer weather! One ...