By Mike Radice
Northwestern Staff Writer

March 15, 2010

Cabin fever is a tough thing to shake.  When winter arrives it’s grand to watch big snow flakes tumble blissfully to the ground and pile up.  But by March, it’s time for a change of scenery.  It’s time to oil the fishing reels, swap out old monofilament for new and get back to open water.  Take a small thermometer too because the water temperature may affect success even if you are hell-bent on wetting a line.

Photos courtesy of Damon Coppola

March 11, 2010

When traveling to tournaments or other events, I’m often asked about the colorful wrap on my Chevy Suburban and Ranger boat including how it is applied, the cost and who designs it.

Our sport has come a long way in the 20 years I’ve been fishing professionally. I’ve had large logos on my boats before, but never in my wildest dreams did I think I’d have a large decal like this on my Ranger or Suburban.

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By Stan Fagerstrom

March 10, 2010

Sometimes it’s the smallest lures in a tackle box tray that leave us with some of our most treasured fishing memories.

I have memories about one I’d like to share.  I’ve written before about this little lure that’s been such a memory builder for me.  I catch myself smiling every time I do so.  I really enjoy sharing the details of the first time it happened.  I’ve got to believe the bassin’ man who enjoys bamboozling those bigmouth boogers as much as I do will relate to it.