Fishing Features
How To: Use the Matarelli Whip Finish tool for fly fishing
To clear up how to use this confusing tool, this video discusses all the tricks for success. He makes it look so simple, doesn't he?
How To: Tie an easy fishing knot system
In this video we learn how to tie an easy fishing knot system. First, put the line through the hook and pull. Then, take the end of the line and make it come through the loop. Bring this over and then you will have a hole at the bottom of the string. Take the end of the line and put it through the hole around six to eight times to get a strong knot. Then, pull on the main line and you will see the knot glide up to the hook, To go lower, just pull it down. This creates a strong and efficient k...
How To: Tie the gulper special when fly fishing
A parachute-style dry fly has several advantages over a standard hackled dry fly. The parachute name comes from the fly's propensity for soft, upright landings that don't spook trout. The body of the fly rides lower the surface film like a real mayfly and some people find the parachute wing is easier to see. Another important quality is that because the hackle rests horizontally on the water, parachute flies float well and also imitate mayfly spinners laying flush in the water, as well as dun...
How To: Line behind the bail on a spinning outfit
Fishing may seem like an easy hobby, but things can go wrong really quickly if people don't know what they're doing. One things that can happen is the set up of the spinning reel. This needs to be taken care of correctly and not doing so can result in damage to the rod and can ruin your day. So in this tutorial, you'll find out how to line behind the bail on a spinning outfit. It's an easy fix and will make your fishing experience much better. Sit back and enjoy!
How To: Ice fish with tip-ups
Get ice fishing tips to help you learn how to fish for salmon, lake trout, and pike with tip-ups in this free ice fishing video series featuring ice fisherman Bradley Carleton.
How To: Mix ground bait properly and catch more fish
There are a lot of types of bait out there, and choosing the proper one for the venue and type of fish that you will be fishing is essential to having a good catch. THis video features a professional fisherman demonstrating how to mix ground bait properly, ensuring that you have a fun and successful day of fishing.
How To: Make wire leaders for muskie fishing
Check out this video to learn how to make wire leaders for muskie fishing.
How To: Tie a thumb knot for fishing
The Thumb Knot is mostly used for attaching hooks, swivels and rings to heavy monofilament. At first it can be a bit tricky but when mastered it is a quick knot to tie. Follow along with this outdoor recreation HowTo video to learn to tie the fishing thumb knot. Tie a thumb knot for fishing.
How To: Tie a Flashback Pheasant Tail Nymph for fly fishing
This is a somewhat traditional flashback pheasant tail. Learn how to tie it in the fly fishing video.
How To: Tie the "nuke egg" pattern for fly fishing
Tie the Nuke Egg Fly pattern. Do it. It's great for salmon and steelhead.
How To: Tie the Marshall's snare fishing knot
The Marshall's Snare is a compact knot that is both quick and easy to tie. It works best for up or- down-turned hook eyes. The knot will not exceed the eye and can therefor be used by fly fishermen for attaching flies to the leader when a delicate presentation is important. Follow along with this fishing how-to video and learn how to tie the Marshall's snare fishing knot.
How To: Tie a Uni Midge for fly fishing
The Uni Midge fly is a relatively easy to tie pattern which is great for fly fishing trout and all other fish that feed on midges, one of the most important food supplies for trout. The uni-stretch material makes the body build up very quickly using a lot less wraps than traditional thread.
How To: Tie a halter hitch knot
Know your knots! With this free video tutorial, you'll learn how to tie a halter hitch knot. A halter hitch knot is great for tying stuff down or binding something, and any rope will work. 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: Spool a line on a deep sea spinning reel
This Outdoor Recreation video tutorial shows how to spool a line on a deep sea spinning reel. This video is from marktheshark. First get the end of the line, put it through the guide at the top end of the rod, and then pass the line through all the guides making sure that you don’t miss a guide. Open the bell, go around the spool twice, twist the line six times, put a knot and tighten the knot fully. Cut off the excess. Close the bell and now add line to the spinning reel by rotating the spoo...
How To: Tie a double overhand loop knot
Know your knots! With this free video tutorial, you'll learn how to tie a double overhand loop knot. The double overhand loop knot is a very quick yet strong 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 a Copper John for fly fishing
Watch this fly fishing video and learn how to tie a Copper John.
How To: Do the dropper loop fishing knot
Learn how to tie the dropper loop fishing knot with this instructional video. The dropper loop fishing knot forms a loop anywhere on a line. Hooks or other tackle can then be attached to the loop. 1. Form a loop in the line at the desired location. Pull line from one side of loop down and pass it through and around that side of loop. Make 5+ wraps around the loop, keeping a thumb or forefinger in the new opening which is formed. 2. Push bottom of original loop up through new opening and hold ...
How To: Tie a Green Caddis Larva for fly fishing
The Art of Fly Tying shows you how to tie a Green Caddis Larva (Step by step) for fly fishing.
How To: Tie a twisted leader fisherman's knot
Know your knots! With this free video tutorial, you'll learn how to tie a twisted leader knot. When tying a twisted leader fishing knot, you'll probably use a small amount of filament and attach it to a larger braided fishing line. 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 Bend Back fly
Watch this video to learn how to tie the Bend Back fly for fly fishing.
How To: Load a speargun
Learn the proper way to load a speargun for fishing.
How To: Catch a sharptooth catfish
Sharptooth catfish can be one of the most difficult to capture, especially because of their size. This particular type of fish is mainly found in parts of South Africa as well as other parts of the world. So find out how to catch a sharptooth catfish with this three part tutorial. Enjoy!
How To: Use spinner bait to catch more bass
Bass have to be able to see your lure to be able to bite it. This video features a former bass guide explaining how bass see some different types of lures, and how to use different types of lures to make sure that the bass are seeing what you have to offer. He also discusses spinner baits extensively, covering technique and proper timing for using them.
How To: Tie a haywire twist fishing knot
Check out this fishing tutorial video that demonstrates how to tie a Haywire Twist fishing knot. Just follow the simple steps outlined in this instructional fishing video and learn how to tie a haywire twist fishing knot. Start reeling in the big fish!
How To: Tie the surgeon's end loop fishing knot
The surgeon's end loop forms a loop at the end of the line. This provides a means to quickly attach leaders and other tackle. This end loop is very easy to tie and very reliable. It is sometimes tied with three overhand knots. Ever wonder how to tie the surgeon's end loop fishing knot yourself? Then stay tuned and practice. Soon you'll master this knot. Tie the surgeon's end loop fishing knot.
How To: Bait a fishing rod
If you fish in a lot of weeds or where there are a lot of rocks, then check out this video tutorial. A fisherman will show you how to bait a fishing rod so you won't catch weeds and other things on your hook. Take action: be careful not to hook fingers, use a Gamakatsu hook and long plastic bait, and bury tip into bait. 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 Divisio...
How To: Plumb up when float fishing
This video explains about plumbing up when float fishing using the float rod. This is a method used for getting depth.
How To: Tie the body on a deer hair bass bug for fly fishing
After tying on the tail and skirt of a deer hair bass bug, you'll need to know how to tie the body on. See how to do it here, in three videos.
How To: Tie a Soldier Palmer and the Zulu for fly fishing
Fly Tying Lesson 8 for Beginners. This lesson shows what you need and how to make your own fishing flies. In this fly tying tutorial Dave Cammiss demonstrates a 'Soldier Palmer' and the 'Zulu'.
How To: Tie a rapala knot
In this instructional fishing video from Fishing-Live-Bait, you will learn how to properly tie The Rapala Knot with the Rapala loop that was invented and recommended by the Rapala brothers, who developed this special type of lure. Using an oversized rope that makes it much easier to see and understand how and what he is doing with the string, the host demonstrates for you how to tie this particular knot in an easy to follow, step-by-step manner.
How To: Fish a swimbait lure to catch quality bass
If you're targeting big bass during the summertime, the best bait to use is a swimbait lure. You may know that they don't give you tons of bites, but in this case, quality is the key. The best bass you'll eve catch will come off this swimbait lure. This is why swimbaits are favorites with anglers who have the confidence to continue casting them in search of lunkers. Wade Bourne of MyOutdoorTV shows you how to fish a swimbait lure.
How To: Clean old fishing lures
Learn how to clean old fishing lures by washing away the corrosive salt in it. First add some soap to a bucket and then add some water to it. Take your fishing lure, clean it with the soap water using a sponge and spray some water to wash it. Spray some WD-40 on the rear of the fishing lure. Take your other lure and clean it using the same procedure to the get corrosion off it. Finally pack all the cleaned fishing lures and start for fishing.
How To: Tie an Albright fishing knot
Know your knots! With this free video tutorial, you'll learn how to tie a an Albright fishing knot. An Albright fishing knot is a nice quick way to tie your leader onto your line. 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: Paddlefish
These guys head to North Dakota in search of the prehistoric paddlefish and show you how to catch them.
How To: Use a half hitch to finish tying a fly fishing fly
Using a half hitch is a great way for beginners to finish tying a fly for fly fishing - this video shows you how.
How To: Tie the nail knot for fishing
Learn how to tie the nail fishing knot with this knot tying instructional video. The nail knot is a popular and time tested fishing knot to join fly line to leader. Use of a hollow tube instead of a nail makes for easier tying. 1. Lay a nail or hollow tube against the end of a fly line. Set the butt section of a leader against the line and the tube or nail. Leave an aextra 10" - 12" of it's tag end to tie the fishing knot. 2a. Hold all three pieces together with left thumb and forefinger and ...
How To: Tie the Green Butt Fly for fly fishing
John Berry demonstrates tying the Green Butt Fly, an effective springtime fly for fly fishing on the White River System in Arkansas.
How To: Tie fly fishing line to line knots
Tying line to line knots in fly fishing. Learn about fly fishing knots, equipment, and techniques in this free video.
How To: Tie the "braided butt beadhead damselfly nymph" fly
Braiding the butt of this nymph fly to make it look more natural in the water, it can represent any swimming, burrowing, or even crawling nymph. You'll impress those fish with this.
How To: Tie a uni fishing knot with a knot tying animation
Learn how to tie the uni knot for fishing. This animated knot tying tutorial is the best you'll find. With this knot tying how to, you can tie the uni knot fast or slow, or pause it at every step along the way. Tie a uni fishing knot with a knot tying animation.