Catching Canadian Shield smallmouth
An aggressive species with a big appetite, smallmouth bass can be caught in a wide variety of ways and range of habitats.
Winning with floaters
Make your bass presentations more appealing by substituting a traditional soft-plastic bait with a high-floating one.
Fish sanctuaries proposed on Opinicon and Charleston lakes
MNRF is proposing to create temporary fish sanctuaries on Opinicon and Charleston Lakes in eastern Ontario for the 2024 and 2025 seasons.
June 2023 solunar calendar
The June 2023 solunar calendar is now available! Get the dates and times when fish and wildlife will be most active this month.
McLaughlin honoured by Hall of Fame
“Big Jim” McLaughlin is the latest recipient of the Bass Fishing Hall of Fame (BFHOF)’s Meritorious Service Award.
Gustafson first Canadian to win Bassmaster Classic
BASS Elite pro Jeff “Gussy” Gustafson offered a rather Canadian comparison after winning the Super Bowl of bass fishing.
Ask an expert: how do I get better at using crankbaits?
Fishing and hunting guide, tournament angler, and outdoor writer Jeff “Gussy” Gustafson gives some tips for using crankbaits.
April 2023 digital issue available
OOD's April 2023 enhanced digital issue is now available. Read yours today for the latest hunting, fishing, and outdoors content.
Traversing The Bronzeback Corridor for smallmouth
Traversing the giant smallmouth wonderland of eastern Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River will reward anglers.