With these shore-based approaches to freshwater fishing, anglers awaiting striped bass and bluefish can enjoy downsized pre-season surfcasting.

Learn ice fishing tips and techniques to catch northern pike, trout, largemouth, smallmouth, panfish, and more.

In early April, the water is still cold and the fish are lethargic, so it is a good time to try some alternative strategies. 

Vertical jigging for lake trout from a kayak provides saltwater thrills in a sweetwater setting.

Deep jigging in freshwater fires up the bite during the coldwater season.

Recycle your Christmas tree by donating it to a local conservation department to create a habitat for fish and aquatic wildlife.