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Customer of the Month Features John Maysak
Fishermen’s Source customer and lifelong angler John Maysak was first introduced to fishing by his father at the young age of 5 chasing blue gills on the Potomac River in Washington, DC back in the...
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Simple Lures to Help You Catch More Crappie
3 Lures to Help You Catch Crappie
Catch Crappie
As one of the most popular game fish among anglers, crappie are versatile feeders, which makes choosing the right lures to catch crappie fairly sim...
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Under Pressure: Why Weather Affects Fish Behavior
Weather Affects Fish
Perhaps you can remember a time when fish stopped biting because of a drastic change in temperature, but trying to understand why is another story. Once you have a better unde...
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Want to Prevent a Line Break? Set the Drag on Your Fishing Reel
Want to Prevent a Line Break? Set the Drag on Your Fishing Reel
set the drag
Want to know the secret to keeping your line from breaking on your next fishing trip? Set the drag on your fishing ree...
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The Most Versatile Fishing Rod and Reel Setup
The Most Versatile Fishing Rod and Reel Setup
Versatile Fishing Rod
Searching for a versatile fishing rod and reel set up can get overwhelming when you have so many options to choose from. But, b...
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Survive Your First Fishing Trip: Snag the Best Bass Fishing Equipment Before You Go
Bass Fishing equipment
While you don’t need to have a fancy boat to be a successful bass angler, you do need the proper equipment. It can be the difference betweencatching a fish and just casting....
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Inshore vs Offshore Fishing: What’s the Difference?
Offshore Fishing
Regardless of whether you prefer to stay on (or close to) land or head way out on the wild seas, both inshore and offshore fishing can make for a great day on the water. If you’r...
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Terminal Tackle: Single Hooks Vs. Treble Hooks
Single Hooks
Most anglers know it takes more than a lucky lure to land a trophy catch. Terminal tackle ,including single hooks, sinkers, snaps and swivel as well as floats are all an important par...
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Terminal Tackle: The Fishing Swivel
Fishing Swivel
The fishing swivel is perhaps one of the most misunderstood saltwater fishing tactics. Designed to prevent your line from twisting in the water, the swivel is a must for many styles...