So, you’ve decided to give fishing a shot. That alone deserves credit. Trying something new — especially something outdoors and skill-based — comes with quiet uncertainty. It’s not just about catching fish. It’s about figuring out what to bring, where to go, and whether you’re doing it right. I’ve been fishing as far back as […]
Fishing for Beginners: A Simple, Stress-Free Way to Start Read More »
There’s a certain feeling when you walk into your local sporting goods store and you know exactly what you’re there for. You grab what you need.Head to the counter.Done. Nothing like it. But it wasn’t always that way for me. I remember walking in years ago just browsing — trying to figure it out —
What You Actually Need to Start Fishing (And What You Don’t) Read More »
When I first started fishing on my own, I brought everything I owned. Two or three tackle boxes.Three or four rods.A fold-up wagon just to move it all. At the time, it felt like preparation.Like I was finally doing things the right way. I wasn’t missing anything.I wasn’t underprepared.I wasn’t going to get caught wishing
When Fishing Started Feeling Like Work Read More »
When I think back on my earliest years fishing, it almost feels chaotic. I’d tie on a lure, cast it out, wait a few seconds, feel nothing — and immediately change it. New lure. New cast. Same result. Over and over again. Eventually, I’d reach the same conclusion every time: There are no fish in
Learning Was Never the Problem — Interpretation Was Read More »
I’ve never been able to accept the idea that you simply can’t catch a fish in an area. For me, that statement doesn’t feel like a conclusion — it feels like an invitation. A quiet challenge waiting to be answered. That doesn’t mean I stubbornly stand in one exact spot all day. It doesn’t mean
Learning When to Stay Put Instead of Moving On Read More »
There used to be a small lake I would ride my bike to as a kid. Every single person I ever talked about where I was heading would joke that the place didn’t have any fish. It was overlooked. Forgotten. Not taken seriously by anyone who knew better water existed somewhere else. But I kept
How Familiar Water Slowly Teaches You What to Expect Read More »
If you’ve only ever fished with a buddy who already knew where to go — or you’re trying to teach your kids to fish for the first time — this article is for you. One of the most overwhelming parts of getting started isn’t the rod, the bait, or even how to cast. It’s answering
How to Choose a Fishing Spot When You Don’t Know Where to Start Read More »
When I was younger, fishing with my dad, I’d mess something up. Maybe I missed a bite.Maybe I tangled my line.Maybe I picked the wrong spot or rushed something I shouldn’t have. I’d get frustrated. Sometimes I’d feel like I failed. That’s when my dad would look at me and say: “It’s only a mistake
Beginner Fishing Lessons Everyone Learns (And Why They Matter) Read More »
I can remember the day my son caught his first fish like it was yesterday. Not because of the size of the fish — though it was a solid one — but because of everything that happened around it. He was young, full of excitement, and barely able to stand still. When that fish finally
Taking Kids Fishing for the First Time: What Actually Matters Read More »
There’s a moment every angler remembers. Not a trophy fish.Not a photo.Not a limit filled. It’s the quiet moment — sitting still, rod in hand, watching the water and waiting. For me, that moment started when I was very young. I can still remember standing or sitting along the water, missing bite after bite. Sometimes
Fishing Isn’t About Catching Fish Every Time Read More »