Fishing Features
How To: Roll cast in fly fishing
A roll cast is a way to throw your rod and catch more fish. Specifically, in fly fishing, a roll cast is performed by tipping the rod back to two o'clock and throwing it as if it were a ball. You would use a roll cast on a windy day to get the best toss. You will learn how to perform this maneuver with help from an experienced fly fisherman in this tutorial. This video will show you exactly what you need to know to roll cast your rod and line. You will learn everything necessary, step by step.
How To: Tie the Partridge & Orange Soft Hackle for fly fishing
Jeff Hines demonstrates tying the Partridge and Orange soft hackle fly for fly fishing.
How To: Tie the Compara Spinner for fly fishing
Enjoy fly fishing on the weekends? Take a look at this instructional video and learn how to tie the "Compara Spinner", TPO's fly of the month for May 2008. This dry fly is an Isonychia imitation and the dubbing used in this tutorial makes it super effective. Fool a big one up top on your next trip to the Delaware.
How To: Whip finish without a tool
Watch this video to learn how to whip finish a fly without a tool.
How To: Pick the color of your crank bait for bass fishing
Crank bait is one of the more popular, interesting looking, and effective types of bait. This video features a bass fisherman going through his selection of crank baits explaining when he uses different colors of crank baits to attract the most fish. THe situations he discusses include fishing in clear water, at different times of day, and different vegetation levels.
How To: Tie the Rapala knot with a knot tying animation
The Rapala knot is a common fishing knot that is intended to be tied directly to the lure. It was conceived by the Rapala Brothers, who emphasized that if a swivel or leader is essential, choose the lightest tackle possible so that the lure moves naturally.
How To: Whip finish your fly for fly fishing
Watch as Capt. Corey P. shows you how to perform a whip finish when tying flies, with the whip finish tool. If you can listen, you can learn.
How To: Tie a Hare's Ear Nymph for fly fishing
WAtch this fly fishing video and learn how to tie a Hare's Ear Nymph.
How To: Tie the improved clinch knot when fly fishing
The improved clinch knot is one of the most common ways to attach a fly to the leader. It is weaker than most other fly-to-tippet knots, but has enough strength to land most fish in most situations. Use this knot to attach a small diameter tippet to a heavy wire hook, or when you want a small knot size.
How To: Fish a mega plastic worm bait for bigger bass
Do bigger baits really catch bigger bass? That's been a question for fisherman since fish existed. Well, when it comes to bigger worms, pro anglers on the national bass circuits give the unqualified answer of “yes,” at least as far as plastic worms and fish holding on deep summer structure are concerned. Watch and learn as Wade Bourne of MyOutdoorTV shows you how to fish a mega worm bait.
How To: Tie a Woolly Bugger for fly fishing correctly
This video illustrates how to tie a woolly bugger for fly fishing.
How To: Learn a few bass fishing tips
Captain Bill Schaefer takes time to show us a bass tip or two out at Bartlett Lake. Check out this instructional fishing video to understand a few tips that are perfect for beginners. Learn the importance of your fishing line selection from the experts. Practice your fishing skills and reel in the big fish!
How To: Tie a north fork special stonefly for fly fishing
This demonstrates how to tie a north fork special stonefly correctly, developed by Tim Wade at North Fork Anglers in Cody, WY.
How To: Do nymph fly fishing
Nymph fly fishing is pretty tough and requires some key elements to make it successful. With this video you'll learn how much weight you'll need to use for your lure, how to cast and lure properly, as well as what sort of equipment you should have with you.
How To: Tie a Chan's Frostbite Chironomid for fly fishing
Watch this video to learn how to tie a Chan's Frostbite Chironomid for fly fishing.
How To: Tie a Duncan's loop fishing knot
The Duncan's Loop form a loop at the end of the line. Unlike many other loop knots the Duncan's loop can easily be adjusted to the desired size before it is pulled tight. It is often used by fly fishermen to attach a fly to the leader but can be used in other applications as well. This compact knot is easy to tie and will retain around 85 percent of the lines original breaking strength. Watch this video fishing tutorial and learn how to tie a Duncan's loop knot. Tie a Duncan's loop fishing knot.
How To: Use bobber rings for catching crappies through ice
Check out this quick video to learn how to use bobber rings for catching crappies through ice.
How To: Tie the 265 Nymph for fly fishing
Are you a fly fishing enthusiast? Learn how to tie the "265 Nymph", a fly said to have fooled the catch of a lifetime in the form of a 26 1/2" Brown trout on the West Branch of the Delaware. Chosen as Trout Predator Online's fly of the month for March 2008.
How To: Tie the improved clinch knot (variation) when fishing
The improved clinch knot (overhand knot variation) is as the other clinch knots a multi purpose fishing knot. The improved clinch knot provides one good method of securing fishing line to hooks, lures, or swivels.
How To: Catch and gut a fish in the wild
In order to catch and gut a fish, you will need the following: a fishing pole, bait, a knife, and Begin by tossing bait into the water, in order to attract the fish to you. When a fish begins to tug on your line, slowly pull him in. Remove the hook from his mouth. Be careful. Bang the fish against a hard surface to kill it. Place the knife at the base of the tail. Run the knife up to his neck. When you reach in, you'll feel a cord. Pull it out. All of the guts will be attached.
How To: Use epoxy on your flies in fly fishing
Bob Clouser shows us how to apply epoxy to your fly fishing lures.
How To: Tie the Symphony Leech for fly fishing
Sister Carol Anne Corley demonstrates tying her Symphony Leech for fly fishing, a very effective pattern for smallmouth and other fish.
How To: Go ice fishing in a frozen lake
Ice fishing can be a bit more challenging (and cold!) than regular fishing - but much more rewarding when you catch something! This video by expert fishers Dick and Sue Viera show you all the proper techniques and safety precautions for a successful ice fishing trip. Go ice fishing in a frozen lake.
How To: Tie a Gray White for fly fishing
This fly pattern is a streamer that is fished right below the surface. It imitates a bait fish (shad) and was tied originally to catch carp, but is a useful pattern for any freshwater or saltwater fish feeding on bait and fry.
How To: Tie a multiple scaffold knot
Know your knots! With this free video tutorial, you'll learn how to tie a multiple scaffold knot. The multiple scaffold knot has a couple more loops in it to make it stronger and more secure than the regular scaffold knot. The knot is easy to tie provided, of course, you know how to go about making it. For an easy-to-follow, step-by-step overview of how to tie this useful fisherman's knot in a minute's time or less, watch this free video knot tyer's guide.
How To: Tie the "big, black and ugly" fly
In this video tutorial, Flashback Max from Alaskaflyfish.net shows you how to make what he calls the "big, black and ugly" fly. It's an articulated leech fly, made from materials like rabbit fur, feathers and a big mosquito hook. It may not be pretty, but the fish will still like it fine.
How To: Tie the Aztec fly
Alaskaflyfish.net's Flashback Max demonstrates how to tie an interesting and unusual fly. Max uses foxtail in the video, but artificial fibers can also be used. It's an experimental model - untried at the time the video was posted - but you're invited to give it a try in the field and see what sort of results you get.
How To: Fish in flats while using a Carolina rig
When going out fishing, combining two things together can help result in a succes in a big fish. Two things that work well together and can result in success is a Carolina rig and flats. Putting both of these together when going out bass fishing, it's important to use every trick in the book in order to get something that you'll be proud of. So check out the tutorial on how to fish in flats while using a Carolina rig. Good luck and enjoy!
How To: Tie a calf's tail jig for fishing
Curious about fishing? Looking for an easy pattern to start off with? Check out this instructional video and learn how to tie a simple calf's tail jig. This fishing jig is particularly successful in the fall season.
How To: Catch summertime bass using finesse and reaction fish baits with Kevin VanDam
Fishing can be tough when it's really hot outside, but don't worry, professional bass angler Kevin VanDam has some advice for outwitting those bass in the summertime. Beat the heat, and beat the bass, with these summertime fishing tips, like using finesse baits and reaction baits.
How To: Tie a "Uni-to-Uni" knot for kayak fishing
In this Outdoor Recreation video tutorial you will learn how to tie a "Uni-to-Uni" knot for kayak fishing. When fishing for Tuna, you don’t need a heavy leader. You need a 30 -40 lb test as a leader. Most spools come in 25 yard roll. Take half of the roll and use it as the leader. To tie the leader to the main line, you will need the uni-to-uni knot. Tying the uni-to-uni knot is pretty simple. Lay the main line and the leader parallel to each other going in opposite directions. Loop the mai...
How To: Detect strikes on a Carolina rig
If you're using a Carolina rig and don't have much experience with how to use it, then check out this next tutorial. In this video, you'll learn a couple valuable pieces of information that should be useful for you when you're using a Carolina rig when out bass fishing. These tips can help you catch something that you're sure to be proud of. So good luck, pay attention, and enjoy!
How To: Rig Soft Plastic Baits for Fishing
Soft plastic lures can be used in both fresh and salt water. Most of them are purchased without hooks and the angler must rig these baits before using them. This tutorial explains how to rig many of the popular styles.
How To: Bass fish using year-round buzz bait lures
You can't catch a fish if you don't have the bait… and a buzz bait are great for snagging bass. So, if you're a bass fisherman, you can't not know this information. Get the scoop on buzz baits.
How To: Tie the Plasti Dip Fry
Flashback Max from Alaskaflyfish.net demonstrates how to tie an odd-looking little thing called the Plasti Dip fry. Plasti Dip is a product that can be used to make a rubbery surface. It doesn't run like epoxy, and sets up quickly. As Max puts it, "Dead-drift that puppy, and see what ya get!"
How To: Trim the deer hair bass bug for fly fishing
Trimming the body of a deer hair bass bug is fun and can be quite relaxing, unless you screw up, so watch how many beers you down while doing this. This is a two-part video.
How To: Tie the "double bunny" for fly fishing
The Double Bunny. Learn it. Love it. Have sex with it. But you really just need to go fishing with it.
How To: Tie a figure-eight loop
Know your knots! With this free video tutorial, you'll learn how to tie a figure-eight loop. The figure-eight loop knot starts with the figure-eight shape, yet as you tie it down it creates a bullet or barrel knot of sorts. The knot is easy to tie provided, of course, you know how to go about making it. For an easy-to-follow, step-by-step overview of how to tie this useful fisherman's knot in a minute's time or less, watch this free video knot tyer's guide.
How To: Tie an arbor knot for fishing
This video shows us how to tie an arbor knot for fishing. Here a blue rope is taken to explain how it is done but actually the fishing net is used to tie such knots. The rope is taken and is made a loop, and the line is made to pass through the loop to make the first knot which is actually a very basic knot. Then the rope along with the knot is wind around the reel and the line is made to pass through the knot which was previously done. But the line may come out of the knot so for that, anoth...
How To: Make a fly fishing nymph
Learn some great tips on how to make a pheasant tail nymph for fly fishing in this free fishing video series on techniques for and making fly fishing nymphs.