http://www.fishingclub.com RSS feeds for North American Fishing Club 60 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3172/jim-spills-the-beans-on-record-bass-sort-of-part-i#Comments 2 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=94&ModuleID=464&ArticleID=3172 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=3172&PortalID=0&TabID=94 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3172/jim-spills-the-beans-on-record-bass-sort-of-part-i 'The Quarry' is one of those idyllic spots that a fisherman dreams about, a fishing gem far from the madding crowds where the bass are fat and plentiful.  Jim Edlund, Web Editor Wed, 30 Nov 2011 15:27:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:3172 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3171/video-tips-for-working-with-a-fishing-guide#Comments 0 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=94&ModuleID=464&ArticleID=3171 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=3171&PortalID=0&TabID=94 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3171/video-tips-for-working-with-a-fishing-guide Find the right fishing guide and the return on investment can be superb. Here are a few things to keep in mind.  Jim Edlund, Web Editor Tue, 29 Nov 2011 13:56:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:3171 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3170/this-new-reel-wont-bankrupt-you-and-might-get-you-a-free-hoodie#Comments 1 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=94&ModuleID=464&ArticleID=3170 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=3170&PortalID=0&TabID=94 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3170/this-new-reel-wont-bankrupt-you-and-might-get-you-a-free-hoodie For 80 bucks, you can’t go wrong here, especially because if you buy a Pro Max by Dec. 31, 2011, you’ll get a free Abu Garcia hooded sweatshirt. Jim Edlund, Web Editor Mon, 28 Nov 2011 14:08:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:3170 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3169/beckstroms-blog--sometimes-its-good-to-break-tradition#Comments 2 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=94&ModuleID=464&ArticleID=3169 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=3169&PortalID=0&TabID=94 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3169/beckstroms-blog--sometimes-its-good-to-break-tradition It’s a rare thing when I take a trip that doesn’t involve fishing, but sometimes it’s good to break tradition. NAFC Social Media Editor Fri, 25 Nov 2011 15:16:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:3169 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3168/huffs-post-power-plant-rivers-offer-open-water-angling-year-round-in-the-ice-belt#Comments 2 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=94&ModuleID=464&ArticleID=3168 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=3168&PortalID=0&TabID=94 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3168/huffs-post-power-plant-rivers-offer-open-water-angling-year-round-in-the-ice-belt Live in the snow belt and love to fish -- but don't enjoying ice fishing? Don't fret, you don't have to wait 6 months until ice-out to get your fishing fix. Jim Edlund, Web Editor Wed, 23 Nov 2011 13:33:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:3168 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3163/what-the-x-is-a-tiger-bass#Comments 4 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=94&ModuleID=464&ArticleID=3163 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=3163&PortalID=0&TabID=94 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3163/what-the-x-is-a-tiger-bass The fact that catchability is a heritable trait, at least in largemouth bass, is astounding. And what’s even more astounding is that at least one hatchery company, American Sport Fish is offering bass that were bred not only for improve catchability, but also for their potential to grow to large sizes. Jim Edlund, Web Editor Tue, 22 Nov 2011 14:12:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:3163 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3162/video-blog-check-out-this-amphibious-fishing-vehicle#Comments 1 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=94&ModuleID=464&ArticleID=3162 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=3162&PortalID=0&TabID=94 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3162/video-blog-check-out-this-amphibious-fishing-vehicle Ryan Gilligan reviews what many consider a fisherman's dream vehicle. First off, the Wilcraft is amphibious and functions as a boat, ice fishing shelter and hunting blind. Watch his video blog for more!  Jim Edlund, Web Editor Mon, 21 Nov 2011 14:19:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:3162 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3161/must-read-alabama-rig-update#Comments 3 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=94&ModuleID=464&ArticleID=3161 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=3161&PortalID=0&TabID=94 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3161/must-read-alabama-rig-update The Alabama Rig: NAF Editor Kurt Beckstrom covers the latest news surrounding the biggest thing to happen to bass fishing in years. Jim Edlund, Web Editor Fri, 18 Nov 2011 10:00:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:3161 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3160/huffs-post-when-it-comes-to-bait-selection-sometimes-surrender-is-an-option#Comments 2 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=94&ModuleID=464&ArticleID=3160 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=3160&PortalID=0&TabID=94 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3160/huffs-post-when-it-comes-to-bait-selection-sometimes-surrender-is-an-option Rather than doggedly sticking with a bait long past the point of diminishing returns; trying to force feed the fish what you think they want, let the fish tell you what they want. Or your fishing buddy. Jim Edlund, Web Editor Thu, 17 Nov 2011 13:06:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:3160 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3159/video-blog-fall-muddin-fun-jim-greg-do-late-fall-bass-part-iii#Comments 5 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=94&ModuleID=464&ArticleID=3159 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=3159&PortalID=0&TabID=94 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3159/video-blog-fall-muddin-fun-jim-greg-do-late-fall-bass-part-iii Don't overlook the mud for late-fall smallmouth action!  Jim Edlund, Web Editor Wed, 16 Nov 2011 13:45:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:3159 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3158/strengthen-knots-with-braid-by-30-or-more#Comments 3 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=94&ModuleID=464&ArticleID=3158 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=3158&PortalID=0&TabID=94 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3158/strengthen-knots-with-braid-by-30-or-more It's important to recognize that very few fishing knots work well with all types of lines. In general, you can assume a knot that is good with monofilament is also good for the various fluorocarbons. But don't assume the same hold true for braids. Jim Edlund, Web Editor Tue, 15 Nov 2011 13:25:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:3158 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3157/junk-fish-make-food-of-the-gods-part-2#Comments 4 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=94&ModuleID=464&ArticleID=3157 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=3157&PortalID=0&TabID=94 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3157/junk-fish-make-food-of-the-gods-part-2 As promised, this week I’m sharing another recipe that’s equally not mine: Pickled pike. I stole it from an almost illegibly faded recipe scribbled on scrap of notebook paper stuck between the pages of a 40-year-old cookbook in my mother’s kitchen. Jim Edlund, Web Editor Mon, 14 Nov 2011 13:45:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:3157 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3156/beginners-luck-trumps-everything-else#Comments 1 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=94&ModuleID=464&ArticleID=3156 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=3156&PortalID=0&TabID=94 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3156/beginners-luck-trumps-everything-else I’ve come to believe Beginner's Luck is a true Law of Nature, and can site cases to prove it. Think it's hogwash? I encourage you to share your thoughts! Jim Edlund, Web Editor Fri, 11 Nov 2011 13:01:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:3156 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3148/pennaz-witnesses-bass-killing-two-bluegills#Comments 0 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=94&ModuleID=464&ArticleID=3148 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=3148&PortalID=0&TabID=94 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3148/pennaz-witnesses-bass-killing-two-bluegills The entire sequence played out as if filmed in high definition---including the bluegill’s struggles to free it self from inside the bass’ cavernous mouth (the bass’ gill plates were actually moving)!  Jim Edlund, Web Editor Thu, 10 Nov 2011 10:00:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:3148 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3147/late-fall-bass-with-jim-greg-no-surrender-part-ii#Comments 0 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=94&ModuleID=464&ArticleID=3147 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=3147&PortalID=0&TabID=94 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3147/late-fall-bass-with-jim-greg-no-surrender-part-ii Surely it could not be – not fire! Not fire coming out from under the shroud on my outboard motor! Jim Edlund, Web Editor Wed, 09 Nov 2011 18:19:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:3147 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3146/late-fall-bass-with-jim-greg-no-surrender-part-i#Comments 2 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=94&ModuleID=464&ArticleID=3146 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=3146&PortalID=0&TabID=94 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3146/late-fall-bass-with-jim-greg-no-surrender-part-i There are those fishermen (let’s call them bassochists) who take pleasure in catching open-water fish up to the very bitter end, no matter the Herman Melville-meets-Jack London brutality of it all: 20-40 mile per hour winds, freezing air temps, and the potential icy grip of hypothermia.   Jim Edlund, Web Editor Tue, 08 Nov 2011 14:23:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:3146 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3144/junk-fish-make-food-of-the-gods-part-1#Comments 5 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=94&ModuleID=464&ArticleID=3144 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=3144&PortalID=0&TabID=94 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3144/junk-fish-make-food-of-the-gods-part-1 I simultaneously embarked on two of the tastiest fish preparation processes known to man—with two of the most maligned species around. Jim Edlund, Web Editor Mon, 07 Nov 2011 15:13:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:3144 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3141/fishing-technology-of-tomorrow-today#Comments 3 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=94&ModuleID=464&ArticleID=3141 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=3141&PortalID=0&TabID=94 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3141/fishing-technology-of-tomorrow-today NAF Editor Kurt Beckstrom revisits predictions made by the NAF staff in 1999 as to what sportfishing would be like in the 21st Century. It’s actually somewhat scary. Jim Edlund, Web Editor Fri, 04 Nov 2011 13:15:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:3141 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3140/the-land-of-opportunity#Comments 3 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=94&ModuleID=464&ArticleID=3140 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=3140&PortalID=0&TabID=94 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3140/the-land-of-opportunity Fishing, like any addiction, is a disease. It has no cure.  Jim Edlund, Web Editor Wed, 02 Nov 2011 20:42:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:3140 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3139/the-right-line#Comments 0 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=94&ModuleID=464&ArticleID=3139 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=3139&PortalID=0&TabID=94 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3139/the-right-line Fluoro can be the right line in many fishing situations. Jim Edlund, Web Editor Wed, 02 Nov 2011 09:00:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:3139 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3137/scare-me-with-outboard-horror-storiesplease#Comments 3 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=94&ModuleID=464&ArticleID=3137 http://www.fishingclub.com/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=3137&PortalID=0&TabID=94 http://www.fishingclub.com/features/blogs/articletype/articleview/articleid/3137/scare-me-with-outboard-horror-storiesplease Horrify me with tales of epic outboard meltdowns so grave that I spring out of my stupor this weekend and get the ugly business over with. Jim Edlund, Web Editor Tue, 01 Nov 2011 09:00:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:3137