When I got together with some of the Megabass team, I asked their pros about their “Death Row Meals.” Their answers are in this video. What they all have in common is that they all gravitate to a taste of home.

Recently I asked “Do Fish Eat Boogers?” in order to list a bunch of lures with “booger” or “snot” in their names. Suddenly my feed was filled with all sorts of suggestions at the intersection of snot and fish. I had no idea how much research and inquiry had been done into more in-depth explorations of mucophagy.

We travel to Casa Vieja Lodge in Guatemala largely for the unparalleled sailfishing, there’s another species that plays a critical role: the mahi mahi. Most of the boats have kitchens onboard where the mates will prepare a hot lunch. If you catch a mahi early in the day, that’s what you’ll get.

Gaffing is surprisingly satisfying, and only slightly harder than it looks. If it's something that you like to do, there are plenty of shirts to express that passion.

I’ve previously blogged about the connection between Brooklyn, the Notorious BIG, and fishing, apparently the obviousness of it all extends all the way to New Zealand. OTL Lures came up with the “Big Popper” t-shirt and as the website says, if you don’t know…now you now.

I’ll admit, when we hook a jack crevalle in Panama there’s a tinge of disappointment. That’s unfair because they’re aggressive biters and dogged fighters. So if you are a late-to-the-party fan of this underrated fighter, you can show your love with a shirt.

Sometimes in addition to being wise financial instruments the best investments help you to fish more — and more effectively.

If redfish are your obsession, remember to put your money where your mind is -- with a wallet or money clip celebrating this hard-fighting sportfish.

I’m sure that on fishing trips to Mexico someone has referred to me as a “pinche gringo” – probably more than once. If that’s how you self-identify, now there’s an entire brand dedicated to the category. Wear one of their products with pride.

The city of Mazatlan provides incredible access to Lake El Salto and Lake Picachos -- and it's remarkably affordable. Would it be a solid choice for retirement? What are the pros and cons?

It’s probably the first or second question we get when we tell people about our fishing trips to the Amazon region: “What about that little fish that crawls up your pee hole and gets stuck?” Spoiler alert: Not true.

I’ve enjoyed catching deep fish from halibut to snapper, but there’s something special about a violent strike from ankle-deep water. We’ve chronicled gear dedicated to “River Rats,” but if you’re looking for another way to represent the skinny water lifestyle, consider one of these hats.

Whether you’re trying to hammer some success at Casa Vieja Lodge, Anglers Inn, Sport Fish Panama Island Lodge or Bear Trail Lodge, it pays to dress the part. I like to get geared up for our adventures by painting my fingernails and toenails to reflect my quarry.

Do you know what a “square grouper” is? It’s not a fish on our bucket list. It’s the slang term for bales of marijuana, typically found off the Florida coast – either unintentionally discarded by smugglers or disposed of to avoid being caught.

My recent interview with Kade Gewanter reminded me of a fish called burbot.” I’ve never caught one, but I spent parts several summers around Walker, Minnesota, home to the famous “Eelpout Festival.” Our friends to the north talked glowingly of this hideous fish, but I always chalked that up to copious amounts of alcohol consumed.

One of my goals for 2025 is to get Hanna her first marlin, and with trips to Panama and Baja on the schedule the odds are pretty damn good. Depending on where it happens, and which species she captures first, we'll celebrate with one of these 13 marlin-themed cervezas.

Elliott Stark is our offshore muse, the person I go to when I need no-bullshit advice or answers on anything in the salt. I’m overwhelmed by jealousy because he’s written the book that I have neither the time nor the resources nor the contacts nor the talent to write.

Panama’s Geisha Coffee is considered among the best in the world — would be reason enough to go to Chiriqui on its own. Add a finca tour to a fishing trip for more fun.

Now that I’m becoming increasingly convinced that there’s no such thing as a “trash fish,” my hackles get up a little bit every time I hear the term. Some still use it derisively, while others wear it as a badge of honor (the anglers who chase them, not the fish themselves, who likely don’t understand English).

We all want clear, quality photos of our trophy catches and memorable trips, but not all of us want to learn to be skilled photographers. Here are some ways to make sure you get the "framer" shots.