jasonking+FollowSpinnerbaits work for everyone except meEveryone swears by spinnerbaits - "just cast and reel, they always work!" But after decades of fishing them, I can count my catches on two hands. They're supposed to be foolproof: cover any depth, snake through cover, rip through weeds. So why do I keep getting skunked while everyone else is slaying? 🤷♂️ #fishing #spinnerbait #Anglers1011Share
fisherchad+FollowPlease don’t talk to me when I’m fishing 😑Went out this morning hoping for some peace and quiet, but sure enough—every time I fish, someone comes over with the usual: “Any bites?” “Been here long?” “No work today?” I get it, they mean well, but for me, fishing is my one quiet escape from the world. Anyone else get annoyed by this kind of small talk on the water, or am I just being antisocial? #fishing #FishingLife #Anglers10725Share
fisherchad+FollowNever say the "W" word while fishing 🤫⛵Call me superstitious, but I swear the moment someone mentions the “W,” the fish stop biting and the drift goes wild. Happened last time we were out flounder fishing—perfect conditions until someone praised the "nice wind." Boom. Chaos. 😅 Maybe it’s just bad luck, maybe it’s the fish gods listening… but next time, zip it. Anyone else believe in this? #fishing #fishingsuperstitions #Anglers13495Share
CyanCoyote+FollowMy first catch pride ✌️This shot was from my very first successful fishing trip. Not the biggest fish, but definitely my happiest moment. #Fishing #MyOutdoorMoment #Outdoors #Anglers 20Share
kdiaz+Followgot jabbed by a catfish spine once… never againHandle enough fish and sooner or later you’ll take a spine. I used to laugh it off—until a small channel cat drove its serrated pectoral spine right into my hand. The pain hit quick, a throbbing burn that wouldn’t let up, and the swelling had me convinced I’d left half that spine in there. Learned fast that catfish spines aren’t just sharp—they’ve got a mild venom that makes it ten times worse. Ever since, I grip them behind the fins like my life depends on it. Anyone else had a catfish spine story gone bad? #Fishing #CatfishTales #fishinginjury #Anglers 6366Share
fisherchad+FollowWhy we’re never satisfied with how we fish"If you buy a boat you should've just stuck to bank fishing. If you stick with bank fishing, you should've bought a boat." This might be the truest sentence in fishing history. The grass is always greener on the other side of the water, isn't it? #fishing #boatfishing #bankfishing #Anglers 126Share
jasonking+FollowFishing made me feel stupid at first...Used to feel "stupid" around experienced anglers, so I avoided fishing groups completely. YouTube University and lots of trial-and-error changed that. Now I can hold my own and actually love learning from humble, helpful anglers. It's amazing how confidence transforms the whole experience. #fishing #beginnerfisher #Anglers40Share
fisherchad+FollowFreshwater vs. Saltwater: which do you prefer?Curious what most of you fish—freshwater or saltwater? I love the variety saltwater offers, but cleaning gear after every trip gets old fast. Is maintenance a dealbreaker for anyone else? #fishing #Fishinggear #SaltwaterVsFreshwater #Anglers13Share
jasonking+FollowLive baitfish legal in your area? 🐟Curious about regulations where everyone fishes. Some places ban live baitfish completely while others allow certain species. What's the rule where you fish and do you actually use them? #fishing #livebait #Anglers #Outdoors 20Share
kdiaz+FollowClean up after fishing—seriously 💢Went out to my usual park spot today—beautiful weather, great bite—but once again, trash everywhere. Empty bait tubs, tangled line, even hooks just left on the bank… and that’s with trash cans every 100 yards! I always end up cleaning more than I catch. Yeah, sometimes I score a forgotten lure or knife, but come on—this is our shared space. Can we all just agree to pack out what we bring in? Or better yet, take a little extra with you? Anyone else run into this at your local spot? #fishing #fishingethics #Anglers #Outdoors 446Share
