The state of Washington borders the Pacific Ocean and offers both freshwater and saltwater fishing opportunities. Some of the most prized catches in the cold waters of Washington include salmon and dungeness crab. Residents and visitors alike...
Crafted from tough yet flexible polyethylene, the Heritage Kayaks RedFish 10 is a small, sturdy kayak designed to easily maneuver into out-of-the-way spaces.
Tuna is a worthy adversary to find on the end of your fishing line. You can take several different approaches to catching tuna depending on which species you are trying to catch and whether you are fishing for recreation or commercial reasons....
Williams, Arizona, is a quaint mountain town 60 miles south of the Grand Canyon. It is known as the gateway to the Grand Canyon. The Williams area has both rivers and lakes good for fishing. Bass, catfish, pan fish and trout are the fish most...
Michigan is surrounded by the Great Lakes, and is a place most ideal for fishing enthusiasts. According to the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), the state is home to more than 146 types of fish species that range from tiny minnows to giant...
Located in central Texas north of Austin and southwest of the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Killeen features two man-made lakes. The potential of flooding in the area and increasing irrigation needs led the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to create the...
Table Rock Lake is situated on the Missouri-Arkansas border, just a short drive from Branson, Missouri. The lake covers over 43,000 acres and boasts 800 miles of shoreline. Due to aggressive conservation efforts, fishing in Table Rock Lake usually...
Located not far from the Minnesota-Iowa border, Lura Lake serves primarily as a fishing lake for residents in southern Minnesota. Daly Park, on the northeastern end of the Lake, offers anglers and visitors additional recreation opportunities as...
American Electric Power (AEP) has demonstrated environmental responsibility through its 34,000-acre reclamation of land that was strip-mined for coal. The land is located on Ohio's Muskingum, Morgan and Noble counties. The utility company created...
Fishing lines are available in an array of options to accommodate anglers with different needs. Some fishermen use monofilament line while others prefer braided fishing line. Consider the type of environment you fish, target species and techniques...
The rowboat is a small watercraft made from wood, fiberglass or composite materials. Casual boaters use simple rowboats for fishing or recreation, or as a form of exercise. Elite rowers rely on more advanced rowboats to increase speed and...
According to the Guide to Texas Outside, Galveston is located on Galveston Island, just two miles offshore of the Gulf of Mexico and 50 miles south of Houston. The city has a versatile economic base with the job market expanding in marine-related...
Located in the Ozarks near Branson, Missouri--one of the most popular tourist destinations for live entertainment in the Midwest--Table Rock Lake has more than 43,000 acres and 800 miles of shoreline for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy. The Ozark...
Moraine Park, located in Rocky Mountain National Park, makes a beautiful location for hiking, exploring, fishing and camping. From Moraine, you can see Longs Peak, the tallest mountain in the park at 14,255 feet. When you’re ready to...
Hatteras Island, on North Carolina's Outer Banks along the Atlantic Ocean, is a temperate destination for well-to-do and budget-conscious anglers. The area features mostly snow-less winters and hot, humid summers. There are several ways to explore...
Fishing in Alaska is divided into three categories: sport, commercial and subsistence. Most of your fishing activities will fall into the sport fish category because you are fishing for recreation rather than for profit or survival. Each category...
Kennett is located in the southeastern "boot heel" of Missouri, which is flat a area rich in swampland and fishing spots. Although there are no RV parks in the town of Kennett, you can park your RV in the nearby towns of Caruthersville and...
Wharton, Texas, is near both Houston and Austin, and is approximately 60 to 90 minutes from Big Boggy National Wildlife Refuge and Brazoria National Wildlife Refuge. Nearby lakes include Holiday, Eagle Nest and Smithers. In addition, you'll find...
Unlike their East Coast cousins, lobsters in California have no pincher claws in the front of the body. Instead they sport long tapered protrusions which resemble legs that act as thick antennae. California waters host spiny lobsters, called...
Amid the beauty of Alaska there are rivers, lakes and waterways filled with large fish, fighting fish and colorful fish. These are what anglers flock to the great state for: a sport fish to give them a challenge. It is a rewarding pastime for...
East Texas is an area of Texas that has many lakes that offer fishing and water recreation, surrounded by dense forests filled with wildlife. You will find visitors enjoying water sports and world-class fishing, or camping along the shoreline.
Staying in full hookup RV parks makes camp life a little easier for some travelers, whether it's simply for one night or for an extended trip. The full hookup sites offer water, electricity and sewer hookups for campers and their RVs. These camps...
Alaska provides the outdoor enthusiast with national parks and recreation areas that can stretch across 1.6 million acres of land, in addition to the hundreds of campgrounds and lakes, where you can take advantage of the wilderness and mountainous...
Crab fishing is a recreational and commercial activity throughout the coastal areas of United States. Dungeoness, blue, stone and red rock crabs are among the species harvested every year by crab fishermen. Each type of fishing has its own...
Canyon Lake is an ideal weekend destination located halfway between San Antonio and Austin. Filled in 1964, it was originally for water storage, power and to protect downstream land from regular flooding by the Guadalupe River. Today the Canyon...
Alaska is one of the few remaining pristine wildernesses in the world, and is a premier destination for fishing trips. Alaska also boasts numerous fishing and hunting lodges where outdoor recreation enthusiasts can stay while they pursue their...
The Federal Land Policy and Management Act requires the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to manage public domain lands for sustained yield and multiple uses, from farming, ranching, timber and mineral management to recreation. In the Spokane...
The lure of Alaskan scenery, outdoor recreation and fishing opportunities along the state's highways make the state an attractive place to explore. Give your upper body a great workout while trying to land a big one, whether a king or sockeye...
Flowing through New York, Pennsylvania and Maryland, the Susquehanna River covers 444 miles before emptying into the Chesapeake Bay. As the longest U.S. East Coast river that ultimately flows into the Atlantic, the Susquehanna logically provides a...
