Employing frisky live bait indigenous to the water fished is almost always the most effective way to catch fish in fresh and saltwater. Bait shops do a good job of providing live baitfish or shrimp to ...

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Bait is a crucial part of catching fish in Tampa Bay. When looking for live bait, it can be expensive. Using a cast net to catch your bait is an effective way to save a little ...

In this fun cast net fishing session, I use a cast net as a bait trap to catch some incredibly colorful bait fish for my next big catch. Watch as I throw, scoop, and reveal a surprising variety of ...

Hand-knotted shrimp cast nets could be considered a lost art in many ways. Most people buy shrimp or fishing nets at a local retailer, not putting much thought into the craftsmanship or quality. Even ...

Q: I hear the smelt are running and I want to net some for a smelt fry. Can I use a cast or seine net on the beach? A: Minnesota does not allow the use of cast nets to take smelt in any location. If ...