Fishing Features
How To: Tie fly fishing line to hook knots
Line to hook knots in fly fishing. Learn about fly fishing knots, equipment, and techniques in this free video.
How To: Tie a Beadhead Golden Stonefly Nymph for fly fishing
This is an instructional video on tying Phil's Beadhead Golden Stonefly Nymph for fly fishing.
How To: Rig a live crab through its horn when fishing
Using crab as bait is a smart idea, since crab has been known to work well with catching fish. But trying to use a live crab is far more difficult. Not doing it right can lead to you losing your bait or your getting injured. So in this tutorial, you'll find out how to hook a live crab through it's horn while fishing. Pay attention, take notes, and enjoy!
How To: Throw a cast net for live bait
The best way to fish is with live bait, but buying bait can be expensive and it isn't always guaranteed fresh. Once you learn how to cast your own bait you will be able to catch large amounts of bait fish on your own, and cut out the middle man. Happy fishing!
How To: Use a baitcasting reel the basics
In this video I cover the basic outline of using a baitcasting reel.
How To: Fly tie a baby doll
Check out this instructional fishing video that demonstrates how to fly tie for beginners. In this fly tying tutorial, Dave demonstrates the "Baby Doll". This is the pattern that goes back to the early 1970s that caused a minor revolution in its time. This is a very simple and popular fly to tie. Learn how to fly tie a Baby Doll with this fishing video!
How To: Rig a grub in fishing
There are tricks to hooking plastic baits. A fisherman will show you how easy it is to hook a grub bait in this video tutorial. Take action: push hook into nose, noting where hook should come out of bait, and push nose up over hook barbs to secure. Ron, the instructor in this how-to video from Live Strong, is a professional bass fisher and has qualified for the Bass Master Classic and has won two B.A.S.S. Western Divisionals. He has also recorded multiple top ten finishes on F.L.W. tournament...
How To: Fish with frog bait
Watch this instructional video to learn how to fish with frog bait. Use a long rod to make sure you have the strength you need to pull it through the brush. Pull it across the water, you might catch the biggest fish you've ever caught.
How To: Tie a Parachute Adams for fly fishing
In this fly tying video series, get free fly tying instructions for tying a Parachute Adams dry fly from expert fly fisherman Jeff Wilkins. Jeff will teach you what fly tying materials you will need to tie the Parachute Adams and will give you a list of the materials you will need. He will show all the steps needed to make a Parachute Adams fly including: fly tying the base and tail of a Parachute Adams dry fly, fly tying the wing, fly tying the body, how to tie in the hackle, and how to wrap...
How To: Tie the "egg-sucking leech" for fly fishing
Flashback Max ties the Egg-Sucking Leech. With some simple marabou and some steady hands, you'll be sucking those fish out of the waters like Jesus himself.
How To: Bait a fishing hook depending on your bait
Taking up fishing anytime soon? The first thing you'll need to learn is how to bait a hook. Different types of bait require different methods of getting them onto the hook. Follow these steps.
How To: Catch Crucian carp
Watch this video from Mick Jackson to learn all about catching Crucian carp.
How To: Tie a dropper loop variation knot for fishing
This how-to video provides step-by-step knot tying instruction from Curtis Owens of Performance Tackle. The dropper loop is used for fishing with multiple hooks. Watch this video knot-tying tutorial and learn how to tie a dropper loop variation knot for fishing.
How To: Fish for bass using a plastic jig worm
What's a jig worm? Well, it's exactly what the name implies: a jig rigged with a trailing plastic worm. If you're not a seasoned fisherman, the answer might not have been so obvious, but that doesn't matter when you find out how important this jig worm is. Wade Bourne of MyOutdoorTV shows you how to fish a jig worm.
How To: Tie a reverse clinch knot with Alton Jones
This video demonstrates how to tie a quick, simple and ultra-strong knot that 10-time Bassmaster Classic qualifier Alton Jones ties.
How To: Tie the Intruder steelhead tube fly for fly fishing
This is a step by step video on tying a variation of Ed Ward's Steelhead Intruder. The guys at Tight Lines fish this fly with great success all fall and winter. Excellent fly for migratory Steelhead and Browns on the Great Lakes Tributaries.
How To: Tie a Flemish Eye fishing knot for wire
Check out this fishing tutorial video that demonstrates how to tie a Flemish Eye fishing knot for tying wire ends for terminal tackle. Just follow the simple steps as outlined in this instructional fishing video and learn how to tie a Flemish Eye fishing knot. Start reeling in the big fish!
How To: Rig a YUM buxx frog fishing bait with Alton Jones
This video demonstrates how to correctly rig a YUM Buzz Frog by 10-time Bassmaster Classic qualifier Alton Jones. He uses a standard Texas rig.
How To: Tie an end loop fishing knot
The End Loop is a loop knot for tying a loop in monofilament. The end loop is simple an quick to tie and very strong. These benefits makes the end loop a great choice for many situations. Watch this video fishing tutorial and learn how to tie an end loop knot. Tie an end loop fishing knot.
How To: Fish with a mechanical yo-yo self-fishing reel
No, this yo-yo rig does not mean attaching your toy yo-yo to your fishing line. It's a specifically deigned mechanical reel that is designed to fish while you're home in bed. It's quite the reel, and worth a try. Wade Bourne of MyOutdoorTV shows you how to rig a mechanical yo-yo rig.
How To: Tie a back-cast's paternoster rig for fishing
Watch this video to learn how to tie a back-cast's paternoster rig for fishing -easy, fast & effective.
How To: Rig a swim bait
In the summer and fall, swim baits are very effective in luring in forage fishes that have reached their maximum size. In this video, expert Wayne Gustaveson gives an overview of what swim baits are and how you can use them to catch more fish. Swim baits are plastic figures that imitate small fishes. There are various swim baits to chose from and one thing fishermen look for in the bait are the specific sizes and shapes. Each swim bait also contains a core components that is reusable. This in...
How To: Fish a two-hook panfish rig for deep-dwelling fish
The two-hook panfish rig is meant for vertical fishing under the boat in fairly deep water, for deep-dwelling fish like crappie, catfish, bluegills, and sometimes even bass. It involves two hooks hanging off the line, off droppers, to fish close to the bottom. Watch and learn as Wade Bourne of MyOutdoorTV shows you how to fish a two-hook panfish rig.
How To: Change the auger blades in your Jiffy Ice Auger
Is your ice auger not drilling holes anymore? Well, you probably just need to replace those dull blades with sharpened ones! This video will show you how to switch out the auger blades on a Jiffy Ice Auger, or any other kind of ice auger.
How To: Rig skip baits using a whole fish for fishing
So, you've mastered the knot tying process for fishing, and you already know how to catch bait, so now what? You need to put that live bait to good use... this animated tutorial from Marinews will show you how to rig skip baits using a whole fish for fishing. Catching bait might just be as hard as baiting fish, but it's all in good fun when you kick back with a brewsky in your hands. You can learn by simply watching the bait rigging animation at a moderate speed, or if need be, click on "lear...
How To: Cast a spinning rod for fishing
Casting a fishing rod can be tricky, and we've all had knots in our spools. This fishing clip will show you how to adjust your reel so that you never have knots again. Take action: set the spool tension knob and set the reel breaks. The reel should stop when bait hits water. Ron, the instructor in this how-to video from Live Strong, is a professional bass fisher and has qualified for the Bass Master Classic and has won two B.A.S.S. Western Divisionals. He has also recorded multiple top ten fi...
How To: Assemble a pneumatic speargun
Learn how to precisely assemble a pneumatic or air powered speargun. Part 1 of 4 - How to Assemble a pneumatic speargun.
How To: Tie the "lefty's deceiver" for fly fishing
Tying the Lefty's Deceiver - a classic baitfish pattern and "go-to" pattern in saltwater. Capt. Corey P shows us the step-by-step construction of this HIGHLY effective saltwater fly pattern.
How To: Fish for Trout
In this how-to video you will learn what trout eat and what lives on the river bottom. Have you ever wondered what you have to do in order to properly fish for trout? This clip explains what you will need in order to find these trout.
How To: Use feeders and ledger weights to catch more fish
Ledgers and feeders are important parts of bait preparation, and thus crucial to successful fishing as a whole. This video features a professional fisherman explaining how to use these two tools to bait your pole properly, maximizing your baits performance, your fish catches, and the amount of fun and relaxation that you and your friends can derive from a day spent fishing.
How To: Carve an Ancient Hawaiian hook
Louie the Fish is a master bone carver, carving since the 70's, when he earned a Degree in Fine Arts in Hawaii, and he's no Rube Goldberg. Watch this video tutorial and learn how to carve a traditional fish hook out of bone.
How To: Clean a Rainbow Trout
Randy Johnson shows how to clean Rainbow Trout using a knife and toothbrush.
How To: Fly cast in fly fishing
This is a 3 part series on the basics of fly casting. In this how-to Tim Landwehr of Tight Lines Fly Fishing Co. will help you better your casting. Casting is a very important part of fly fishing. When you learn to cast a fly, it can make or break your day with fly fishing. You need to learn to do this properly in order to catch any fish.
How To: Tie the Gold Ribbed Hares Ear Fly for fly fishing
Demonstration of tying a Gold Ribbed Hares Ear Nymph for fly fishing
How To: Tie a double overhand loop fishing knot
The Double Overhand Loop is a very quick and easy way to tie a loop at the end of the line. It is not a very strong knot but it is fine for attaching a sinker. For most other applications other stronger knots are better options. The double overhand loop retains around 55 percent of the line original breaking strength. A simple and yet reliable fishing knot. Watch this video knot-tying tutorial and learn how to tie a double overhand loop fishing knot.
How To: Load a Cotton Cordell Redfin lure for fishing
Steve McKenna takes us step-by-step on how to load a Cotton Cordell Redfin for better casting and action. You'll see.
How To: Tie a nail knot with a knot tying animation
Learn how to tie the Nail Knot for fishing. This animated knot tying tutorial is the best you'll find. With this knot tying how to, you can tie the Nail Knot fast or slow, or pause it at every step along the way. Learn to tie knots for your next fishing trip. Tie a nail knot with a knot tying animation.
How To: Tie the perfection loop when fishing
The perfection loop is used for attaching lures or sinkers to a heavy monofilament leader. The Perfection Loop knot is designed to easily create a loop at the end of the fishing line. The perfection loop is also often used by fly fisher men use the perfection loop to connect the fly fishing line and leader in a loop to loop connection.
How To: Tie a cats paw fishing knot
Check out this fishing tutorial video that demonstrates how to tie a Cat's Paw fishing knot for tying a double to a ring or swivel knot. Just follow the simple steps as outlined in this instructional fishing video and learn how to tie a cat's paw fishing knot. Start reeling in the big fish!
How To: Tie a mini leech fly for fly fishing
Barrett from the Caddis Fly shop demonstrates how to tie a black mini leech for fly fishing.