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By Legendary Angler, Gary Roach - Mr. Walleye

Hungry or Curious? Does it Really Matter?

There are only two reasons a fish doesn't bite. They're not hungry, or you haven't provided enough of a stimulus to get them to react. You see, there are two reasons a fish bites. They are either hungry, or they are reacting to a bait by striking it. . . Read More >

Thinking Like A Pro

Professional anglers don’t really fish much different than the weekend anglers, we just think differently. Here’s an example. When a pro-angler takes to the water they know where the fish should be and they go there. We’ve been patterning a particular species of fish for so long we have confidence in the spots we go to because, through experience, that’s where those fish should be. . . Read More >

Tips for Choosing Line

There are so many varieties of fishing line these days you have to read a book to decide what to buy. First, remember that there is no need to switch to a different style if what you’re using is working fine. . . Read More >

Tips for Better Boat Control

Boat control is easy when the current is slow or the wind is calm, but that is only about 10 percent of the time. During much of the open-water season, when fish are concentrated on structure it is imperative that you keep the boat right where the fish are if you want to be successful. . . Read More >

Tips for Topwater Bass

Topwater anglers always set the hook too soon and then cuss when the lure comes flying back at them. Count to two after you see the boil. I tend to reel in the slack and drop the rod tip when I see the fish strike the lure, which takes about two seconds. Hesitate and every time you set the hook there will be a bass on.. . . Read More >