Guide Preston Hardin said that typically about the middle of the month, a thermocline will set up in the upper part of the lake, and the fish will literally just follow that thermocline as they migrate down the lake. […]
Because bass leave spring spawning beds over a period of weeks, Joel Richardson knows these fish may be at different areas of an impoundment on a particular day, and that means fitting his tackle to the area(s) he chooses to fish. […]
Both Chip Hamilton and Preston Harden are specific in the presentation of the live herring to stripers and hybrids graphed under the boat. […]
Jason Cole, who owns and guides out of Hooker’s Fly Shop in Sylva, said the small to medium creeks on the Trail are perfect for a 7 ½- to 10-foot, 3- to 5-weight rod with weight-forward, floating line. […]
Fishing on smaller Upstate lakes such as Bowen, Cunningham, Robinson and Cooley is always a good choice, but you will find more competition for the fishing than on remote ponds. […]
Oak Hollow Lake, 3431 North Centennial St., High Point. Oak Hollow Marina, 336-883-3494. 800 acres. The Oak Hollow complex offers a modern campground. […]
Kayak selection is a matter of choice. A good choice for bush-whacking into remote ponds would be a fairly light kayak in the 10- to 11-foot range. […]
Always call first to make sure the lake is not closed for workdays or special events. Staff can also bring you up to date on current conditions. […]
Sight-fishing for both freshwater and saltwater fish takes on more of a hunting tact than fishing. Anglers must detect targets long before the fish realize they have been spotted. […]
Noodling in its purest form is the practice of catching catfish with bare hands. No rods, reels, hooks or lines are used. […]
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