Small jigs are the most versatile of all trout lures. Whether made of fur, feathers, or soft plastic, they can be fished fast or slow, shallow or deep, all according to the needs of the moment. They ...

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.

Anglers are starting to trickle back to the lake after the cold weather in January. Reese Jones at Hook, Line and Sinker in Rogers said he's heard few reports. He recommends casting jerk baits, crank ...

CLEVELAND, Ohio — A gaggle of hatchery-raised rainbow trout are now swimming in the lakes and ponds of the Cleveland Metroparks, a Christmas bonus made possible by Mother Nature and the Cleveland ...

CLEVELAND, Ohio - Small lakes and ponds are attracting ice anglers this week, thanks to an Arctic blast in recent days that has provided safe ice thickness for anglers seeking access to hungry ...

Stick to these four styles of soft plastic trailers when rigging a flipping jig to catch more and bigger largemouth bass. / Justin Hoffman What is a Flipping Jig and Why Do They Work So Well for ...

Fishing should improve now that the lake turnover is nearly over, said fishing guide Jon Conklin. Try for crappie 12 to 20 feet deep around brush with minnows or jigs close to the bottom. A good area ...

Anglers are putting springtime tactics to the test during the high water level, said Reese Jones at Hook, Line and Sinker in Rogers. Try for black bass with plastic worms, swim baits or spinner baits ...