fisherchad+FollowDad wasn't great at fishing, but I'm gratefulStarted fishing with my dad as a kid. He wasn't particularly good at it - we barely caught anything. But we had fun. My brother joined later and now in my mid-30s, we still fish together regularly. It's honestly the easiest excuse to get all three of us in the same place. I love solo fishing, but nothing beats those family trips. #fishing #family #outdoors120Share
fisherchad+FollowFound the secret to kayak fishing successGot my first kayak last year and wow, what a learning curve! At first I thought "deeper water = bigger fish" but I was so wrong. The real magic happens when you use it to access those impossible shoreline spots you can't reach on foot. Private land blocking your favorite cove? Kayak solves that. Those rocky areas where you'd snag your line walking? Easy access now. Sometimes the best fishing spots are right under your nose, you just need a different angle to reach them! #fishing #kayakfishing #fishingtips #Outdoors41Share
kdiaz+Followplopper victim again... hooked myself real goodPlopper victim here—yep, I’ve managed to hook myself again. Those barbed treble hooks are no joke. After this latest incident, I’m done using full trebles. I now clip off 2 out of the 3 points—still catches fish, and my hands are much happier. 😵 #fishing #FishingTips #HookSafety #AnglerLife78Share
fisherchad+FollowEvery angler needs to master the loop knot for big catchesAfter losing a good fish years ago to a stiff knot, I started using loop knots—especially the non-slip mono loop—and never looked back. They give your lures or flies way more freedom to move, which can make a huge difference when the bite’s tough. Here’s a quick breakdown: 1️⃣ Tie loose overhand knot, leave 5-6" tag end 2️⃣ Thread through lure eye, back through overhand knot 3️⃣ Wrap tag around main line (4-5 wraps light line, 3 for heavy) 4️⃣ Back through overhand knot again 5️⃣ Pinch knot, pull tag end slowly to tighten 6️⃣ Final pull both ways, trim excess The loop gives lures freedom to pivot and dance with every twitch. Works up to 40lb line and way stronger than you'd think - I've landed big fish on this knot! Anyone else swear by loop knots? #fishing #FishingKnots #LureFishing #FishingTips292Share
jeffreyhester+FollowBig changes for Erie anglers and boatersErie’s fishing scene is about to get a major upgrade—Elk Creek is gaining more public access and new parking, making it easier for everyone to enjoy the water. The PFBC just secured a key property in Girard Township, opening up more stream frontage for anglers. Meanwhile, the North East Marina has officially changed hands, with the local authority now aiming to turn it into a true community hub. Plus, new fishing hours on Walnut Creek are coming to address local concerns. How do you feel about these changes? Will they improve your time on the water? #News #EriePA #Fishing00Share
fisherchad+FollowGetting ready for summer salmon runs Just cleaned out my tackle box and realized half my gear needs attention before salmon season hits! Last year's rushed prep cost me fish, so I'm starting early this time. ✅ Essential summer prep checklist: ✅ Fresh hooks - replace all, even if they look okay (rust dulls them) ✅ New line - braid main with mono topshot for downriggers ✅ Bait alternatives - spoons and plugs when herring's scarce ✅ Rod cleaning - hot soapy water removes old scents and fish slime Try "hover fishing" at tributary mouths where cooler water meets the main river. Drop cured roe or prawns right to resting salmon - light bite but deadly effective! What's your must-do summer salmon prep ritual? #fishing #FishingTips #SalmonFishing #FishingPrep31Share
jasonking+FollowWhy fishing isn't just a cast away!My buddy makes it look effortless on his Instagram posts - just cast and catch! Reality? You need perfect timing, right spot, right bait, right season... and even then, fish might ignore you completely! I've nailed everything and still got skunked. Maybe that's a never-ending adventure - patience and persistence matter more than perfect setups!🫠 #fishing #FishingLife #Outdoors 101Share
kdiaz+FollowRespect the fish: Eat It or Leave It 🐟Simple philosophy: if you're going to take a fish's life, honor it by eating what you catch. Otherwise, just leave them alone. Fishing for food? Totally respect that. Catching animals just for fun feels cruel to them. What do you think—sport or harm? #fishing #FishingLife #fishingethics2611Share
fisherchad+FollowI hate fishing just to Fill Freezers 🥶Know someone who maxes out limits every trip, stuffs freezers full, then tries giving away year-old frozen fish. It's gross and wasteful! When we go crabbing, they want max limits while I only take what we'll actually eat fresh. Why waste a living animal just to let it freezer burn? Fresh tastes infinitely better than frozen anyway. Can you guys feel me? #fishing #SustainableFishing #FreshCatch #EatResponsibly63Share
fisherchad+FollowCatch & Release seems pointless and cruel to me 😔Maybe I'm old school, but catch and release just doesn't sit right with me. If I'm not planning to eat what I catch, I'd rather not fish at all. Fish stress can be fatal hours later, and honestly? Preparing your catch is half the experience! I get that conservation matters, but there's something that feels off about "sport" that ends with throwing back a stressed fish. Anyone else feel this way, or am I missing something? #fishing #FishingEthics #FishForFood #Outdoors 2790Share
