Praising rubber muskie baits
The appeal of rubber muskie baits is multi-faceted but remains rooted in their large profile and lifelike action.
Muskie: The fish of 10,000 casts
A personal-best muskie after hours of driving, over a thousand casts, and a moment that will stay with me for the rest of my life.
Finding your muskie rig
When the fever takes hold, any muskie rig that gets you out there is the one. But how much boat does a muskie nut need?
Research sheds light on muskie catchability
A University of Illinois study from the North American Journal of Fisheries Management provides insight into why muskie are so hard to catch.
#TBT: Finding the next world-record muskie
Ontario holds some of the world's largest muskie. Will Ontario produce an even larger fish than the 67.5-pound world record from Wisconsin?
August 2022 issue celebrating woodcock available
OOD's August 2022 enhanced digital edition is now available. Read yours today for the latest hunting, fishing, and outdoors content.
2022 fishing regulations released
The MNDMNRF-released 2022 Ontario Fishing Recreational Fishing Regulations Summary comes into effect January 1, 2022.
St. Lawrence muskie not doing well
The dire situation facing the St. Lawrence River muskellunge population was highlighted through this year’s surveys.
Community hatcheries keep Ontario stocked
On a late fall morning, a dozen or so volunteers gather on a wooded hill with a magnificent view of Georgian Bay. This group has no interest in the autumn splendour, however.