One of the keys to catching more fish is understanding the habitat different fish species prefer throughout the calendar year—and being able to follow their movements from location to location. onX Fish Midwest is invaluable for helping anglers track fish seasonally, but it’s a good idea to get a basic grip on the science of […]
What Defines A Trophy Walleye? Everyone loves catching a lot of fish, but there’s something really special about catching a trophy. What defines a trophy walleye? On most waters throughout the Walleye Belt, the consensus is that 30 inches comprises the magical mark, typically fish in the 10-pound range. But for avid anglers, a trophy […]
Much of the highest quality, most productive fishing around the United States can be reached via public access. Whether you’re a boat owner using public boat ramps to chase bass or a wade fisherman using public lands adjacent to water in the hope of getting the kids out for panfish, most of us utilize public […]
The Midwest fishing opener is a time-honored tradition. It’s the sound of boat trailers rattling down gravel roads, the slap of minnows in a bucket, and the low hum of optimism that fills the spring air. For many of us, it’s the moment we’ve been waiting for all winter—a reset, a reunion, and a shot […]
With a nickname of “the Great Lakes State,” it should come as no surprise that Michigan is a compelling fishing destination. The only U.S. state to border four of the five Great Lakes—Superior, Erie, Michigan, and Huron—Michigan is divided into two peninsulas, the Upper and the Lower Peninsula. The Lower Peninsula is often referred to […]
Fishing regulations help protect fish populations and ensure sustainable angling. Learn why they matter, the risks of non-compliance, and how onX Fish keeps you informed.
While fishing may be one of America’s top pastimes, not everyone has access to a boat. Fact is, a vast majority of this country’s anglers are shore-bound, fishing from the bank, piers, docks, jetties, and other locations that don’t require a fancy bass boat—or even a budget fishing kayak. Not sure if there are shore […]
As anglers, it’s helpful to understand a little about fisheries biology, especially when interpreting stocking, netting, and catch data on the lakes we fish. One of the most significant terms you’ll encounter is CPUE, or Catch Per Unit Effort. In a nutshell, CPUE refers to the relative measurement of the abundance of a target fish […]
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