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Fishing

Before you pack your tackle-box, check out the Almanac’s annual Best Fishing Days chart—plus some tips on when the fish bite.

We’ve also posted our list of best fly-fishing holes and a fly-fishing glossary below.

man fishing by the river or lake with his back turned

Carp-e Diem! Best Days to Go Fishing Calendar for 2024

The Ultimate Fishing Times and Dates from the Old Farmer's Almanac

What to Put in a Fishing Tackle Box

Preparing for Your Next Fishing Trip

How to Catch and Cook Trout

Smallmouth Bass: What are They and How do you Catch One?

Unbelievable (but True) Bait Secrets

Fish and Cut Bait with These Strange Lures

Fishing Folklore and Sayings

The Lure of Angling Lore

Two Fishermen Who Rowed to Europe!

Two crazy fishermen once set out to do the impossible.

How to Estimate the Weight of a Fish

Ice-Fishing Safety Tips

Stay Safe When You Head Out Fishing

The Four Fundamentals of Successful Fishing

Expert Tips for Fishing

10 Fly-Fishing Tips for Beginners

How to Get Started With Fly-Fishing