You bought the kayak, paddle, PFD and safety equipment. You already have fishing rods, tackle boxes, lures and rigs. What's next? In addition to the basics, a new angler needs a few tools and ...

Late spring sunshine felt warm against my skin while maneuvering the hull kayak to the middle of the glistening farm pond. My fishing vest loosened to fit over a personal floatation device I ...

Have you ever noticed those bright and shiny kids’ kayaks stacked up outside of Walmart during warmer months? I bought one for my son, Jamie, when he turned five last year. They’re so inexpensive that ...

Kayaks have evolved in recent years into safe, stable platforms for anglers, opening the door to an economical way to tackle new and different fishing waters. The Backpackers Shop exhibit at the ...

Small changes can transform your time on the water. Here’s how a few new simple fishing ideas brought balance, fun, and ...

Fishing kayaks today rival the features of larger fishing boats without the major drawbacks. You get to be out on the water, where shore anglers can’t reach, without the major price tag of a bigger ...

One of the problems with growing old as fishermen is we get narrow minded and reluctant to try new things. It often takes a persistent friend to convince us to let go of preconceived notions and try ...

In a fishing-crazy area like the Treasure Coast, one has very few chances to fish what I call "new water." But when Drew Mixon, a Vero Beach tournament angler, and Malcolm Allen, owner of Orchid ...

Looking for a beautiful day on the lake or river? Looking for a fun new way to exercise, or maybe just need to get closer to that sweet fishing spot the boat can't reach? A kayak is a perfect way to ...

I'm a reluctant kayaker. The lovely Mrs. Streeter is very good at it, yet for me it can be a struggle, although not as much as it used to be. I can paddle a lot straighter with much less effort than ...