Classic summer lakers
Summer lakers inhabit the depths of these inland lakes — big, hard-hitting, bulldogging, good-eating lake trout.
Coaster brook trout comeback
No native fish from Lake Superior has proven to be more of a survivor than the coaster brook trout. To me, it is our greatest game fish.
Trolling lead core for walleye
What you need to know about trolling lead core — a sinking, colour-segmented line to troll a presentation at a specific depth — on big water.
Considering a reel’s drag
A fishing reel’s drag tension should be set to release line when necessary to prevent breakage, and also to relieve pressure.
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?
Placing snap weights
Trolling with snap weights is a fast and efficient technique — snapping them on and off allows you to quickly cover various depths.
Leeching for walleye
Tim Allard discusses the merits of leeching for walleye and the unique advantages offered by live vs artificial baits.
Using divers for deep-lake trolling
If you enjoy deep-lake trolling, divers are a must-have tool. Divers pull the lure down to a specific depth. Learn about the three common types of divers.
Rod holders: Modern solutions for line draggers
There are many advantages to having rod holders. They are invaluable when fishing with kids and more. Consider these notes before buying them.