Identify Spoon Manufacturer: Tiger Logo & Dare Devil Comparison

QuestionI am trying to find out who the manufacturer of a spoon is. The spoon is heavy like a Dare Devil but it has the logo of a Tiger in black print just

Fishing at Half Moon Beach: Fish Species & Local Insights

QuestionYou said that youve been fishing in the shenandoah river so i was wondering if u have ever fished in half moon beach if so do u know what kind of f

Troubleshooting Bluegill Fishing: Tips & Techniques

QuestionI love cathing bluegill but using a bobber and a worm doesnt work anymore. I have no idea what to do. I have even tried to use minnows. Can you hel

Maintaining Dam Health: Weed Control & Fish Introduction

QuestionDan, thanks SO much for your detailed answer!! Please give me more info on weeds - what kind?  I think it would be great to introduce bass and

Identifying Vintage Bamboo Fly Rods: Help with Maker Identification

QuestionHi Rich, I have a 6 piece Bamboo Pack Or Poachers Fly Rod from the 1920s. The reelseat is the nickle silver sliding band type. The logo or makers m

Effective Bass Fishing Lures and Tactics for Murky Ponds

Question see ive been living at this 500 acre ranch with my parents for 3 years know and ive never really took big bass out of these pond can u maybe tell

How to Replace Fishing Line on a Closed Face Reel: Top or Bottom?

QuestionWhen replacing fishing line on a closed face reel Do you feed the reel from the top of the spool or from the bottom.   AnswerHi Fred, A close

California Fishing License Requirements: A Comprehensive Guide

QuestionHello, I have been wanting to go fishing but I was wondering if in the state of California do you have to have a fishing license every where you go

Slip Float Catfishing Without a Stop: Techniques & Tips

Questioncan you tell me if you have ever heard of fishing for catfish with a slip floater and not using a stop of some kind? And if so can you tell me how,

Spinning vs. Baitcasting Reels: What's the Difference?

Questionwahts the differenc between spinning and baitcasting. Ive always fished with spin.  freshwater only. thank you vito AnswerHi Vito, As you kno

Mayflower 5-Piece Split Bamboo Fly Rod - Appraisal & Value

QuestionRich - Hi my name is Chuck and recently when moving my mom out of her home after 40 years I came across two fly rods.  One in a wooden case an

Removing Muddy Taste from Catfish: Causes & Cleaning Methods

QuestionI recently bought some fresh catfish steaks and the smell and taste is extraordinarly muddy.  Can they be cleaned to get rid of the smell and

Fishing Conditions at Patoka Lake: Low Fish Finder Results & Crappie Location

QuestionHere at Patoka Lake resovoir in Indiana. The water has been extremely high this spring and summer,about 8 or 9 monthseveryone is having trouble loc

Carp Fishing in Southern Spain: Tips & Techniques

QuestionHola I live in Alicante Spain and would like some advice on catching carp in the lakes in the area thanking you sid AnswerWell I have never fished

Mint in Carp Fishing Nuggets: An Expert's Response

QuestionI just want to know if there is mint added to one of the carp fishing nuggets(green ones) AnswerAndrew, I honestly dont know.  I know there i

Valuing a Vintage Kiraku & Co. Bamboo Fly Rod: Worth & Restoration

QuestionMy grandfather left me a bamboo fly rod in its original case. the lable inside reads Kiraku & Co, Inc. Tokyo Japan I would like to know its worth,

Beach Fishing in Daytona: Surfcasting, Permits & Gear for Beginners

QuestionHi. I will be visiting the Daytona area at the end of October, and would like to try fishing from the beach. Is this refered to as surf casting ? C

Fishing Knots & Rigging Basics: A Beginner's Guide

QuestionDan, I am a born again fisherman if you will. I was born in MN and got to fish a lot w/ my father until 13 when we moved and havent fished since.

Best Knot for Cane Pole Line Management

QuestionWhat kind of knot or hitch should I use at the end of my cane pole to keep it from trying to double back on itself when I hook a fish ? The rod has

Heddon Fly Rod #8457 Mark IV: History, Value & Getting Back to Fly Fishing

Questionhell i just purchased a Heddon fly rod i would like to find out when it was made and some idea what it is worth. Heddon pole #8457 mark 4 8 1/2 ft