The Lures Bream Hit Hardest

The keys to bream fishing separate the casual angler who likes to try it as a hobby from the more experienced ones. The key to success come when you have the right conditions. Calm water, low wind, and sunny days warms the shallow water. This makes the fish not want to cruise around; instead they … Read more

Cooking Bluegill So They’re Worth the Cleaning

When your finger touches the backbone of a bluegill, first thought that crosses a fishermen’s mind is a form of denial. You’ll tell yourself it’s going to be as good than a river trout, and that the one you caught fight so hard. Until you take that initial bite. And then, you know that you’ve … Read more

Where Bluegill Size Limits Still Apply

It’s a beautiful day; the water is clear, sun is warm and there you stand on bank with a bluegill in net. Just before you pull out the hook you stop. What is it? Most of the time it’s one simple word: “Is this legal?” And it’s a valid concern to worry about. Bluegill regulations … Read more

What Happens When You Stock Bluegill in a Pond

All pond owners begin with vision of big fish. A huge catfish, or maybe a trophy bass. But then there’s the bluegill. Small and plentiful. Not what comes to mind when thinking about achieving your goals as a serious angler. And yet they has gotten a bad rap. The single best thing you can do … Read more

Farm Pond Bluegill Are a Different Animal

When you hook one of those bluegills in a managed farm pond, it usualy comes as quite a shock. Instead of feeling light tug you’re anticipating, your rod is double-over and drag is screaming. That’s when you realize you’ve made a massive error in judgment regarding what to expect. Understanding Farm Pond Bluegill Fishing Tactics … Read more