We have a light wind on the Niagara River today while we vertically jig for perch. The first fish of the day on the first ...

What makes a good jig? Honestly, it’s not that complicated. The two main considerations are size and color. For size, I’ll use anything from a 1/8 ounce to micro jigs that are 1/64 or even 1/80 ounce.

Every angler out there has a special place in their heart for a certain species, and if you grew up in the Northeast or Midwest, it’s likely to be the yellow perch. These hardy little fish are ...

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OSWEGO RIVER Recent warm-up has contributed to more open water in the Oswego Harbor. Anglers continue to catch steelhead and brown trout in the Kiddie Pool and Lock 7 with white bucktail jigs or egg ...

Yellow perch is one of many species available at beautiful Lake Cascade north of Boise. The perch get big and aggressive. Jordan Rodriguez Special to the Idaho Statesman Every Friday, we’ll post ...

Anglers are reminded that ice conditions can be extremely variable on the reservoirs. Ice thickness can range from thick enough to support a vehicle to open water. Extreme caution should be used when ...