On the evening of Tuesday, May 15, 2018, Lionel “Jam” Ferguson went fishing on Richeison Pond in Tennessee near the town of Paint Rock. As with most anglers who hit the water, there’s always the potential thrill of a trophy catch. While Ferguson certainly expected to catch something, what he didn’t expect was for his …
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Six Fascinating Facts About Raccoons In the quiet shadows of the night, a masked marauder silently prowls through the underbrush. With nimble fingers and an insatiable curiosity, the raccoon emerges as one of nature’s most intriguing creatures. Adaptable, clever, and often misunderstood, these nocturnal bandits are more than just scavengers; they’re masterful survivors with a …
The world is dotted with stunning lakes, each with its own charm and allure. While many outdoor enthusiasts are looking for the best fishing lakes or recreation lakes in the world, many are struck by the awe and magnitude of lakes based upon their size. Beyond surface acreage, however, is unimaginable depth. Two of the …
Peacock bass are some of the most exotic and beautiful freshwater fish on the planet. You will find, however, that the species known as “peacock bass” could actually be any of fifteen different species of Brazillian Chicla. They are often referred to as tucunaré (their Portuguese name) or pavon (their Spanish name). Further, despite carrying …
As 2022 comes to a close, most within the fishing community expected that the year may be remembered for the walleye tournament cheating scandal. This was as sure to a guarantee as one could imagine if we were discussing “top Lake Erie fishing news stories in 2022.” That said, an angler and his son have …
October 2022’s biggest trout-related story coming out of Colorado was news of a new state record brook trout – a catch that supplanted the state’s longest-tenured record. In September, however, Colorado Parks and Wildlife announced that the greenback trout – a species considered to be on the verge of extinction despite a decade of intensive …