Boat control is a critical success factor no matter which species you're chasing. Being able to maneuver a boat as well as maintain its position on rich fishing grounds are skills every angler should…
Quality boat seats can make a big difference when it comes to boating comfort. Anglers, hunters and pleasure boaters all rely on seats to keep their watercraft comfortable for their back and…
Waking your boat from a long hibernation is a chore we all eagerly await. There's no better feeling come spring than hearing the engine purr smoothly for the first time, ready to breathe life into…
Selecting a new 12-volt marine battery for your boat can be a daunting task for first-time buyers. You may be asking questions like "What type of battery is used for a trolling motor"? or, What is a…
Kayak fishermen have taken their sport to a new level. Interest blossomed a decade ago, and the idea of fishing from a kayak has grown by leaps and bounds. However, making the right choice for a…
OK, so it’s not a very sexy subject, but for many of us here in the Northland, it’s the “off-season” or the “hard-water season.”
The boat and trailer are either in storage somewhere or, if we’re…
Although winter's grip is still strong, spring will be here soon, folks. One important off-season "to-do" is to plan boat projects and complete them if you're fortunate to have warm working space.…
From the basic "cement-in-a-bucket" to the tried-and-true fluke or grapnel, boat anchors come in a wide variety of shapes and styles. No matter what size boat you skim across your favorite lake in,…
Winter is a time when we all need to pay special attention to our outboards and to our boats.
Most folks usually think little about maintenance to the boat motor. Guys, that big boat motor, if left…
Today's kayaks are outfitted with more comfort, balance and big fish-catching capacity than ever before.
Most of my experience with marine fishing vessels was from pushing skiffs with a pushpole…
January typically signals a hiatus in my guide trips, a break that lasts a couple of months. But it doesn't signal an end to my fishing. Winter fishing for river walleyes can warm up a cold day.
I'm…
When shopping for a kayak, begin your search using the answers to these two very important questions: How do you intend to use your kayak, and how much money are you willing to spend? With this…
