Fishing Basics

Fishing License, A Must Have For All Anglers

Learn about they types of fishing licenses you can get in Ontario and how to get them.

Trolling: 101

Learn the real basics about trolling, what it is, how to do it, and what equipment you may need.

Fish Identification: Catfish (Brown bullhead)

Learn the characteristics of catfish, when to fish ‘em, and what to use to catch ‘em.

Fish Identification – Perch (pan fish)

Learn the characteristics of perch, when to fish ‘em, and what to use to catch ‘em.

Fish Identification – Northern Pike

Learn the characteristics of pike, when to fish ‘em, and what to use to catch ‘em.

Fish Identification – Walleye (aka Pickerel)

Learn the characteristics of walleye, when to fish ‘em, and what to use to catch ‘em.

Fish Identification: Rock Bass (pan fish)

Learn the characteristics of rock bass, when to fish ‘em, and what to use to catch ‘em.

Fish Identification: Smallmouth Bass

Learn the characteristics of smallmouth bass, when to fish ‘em, and what to use to catch ‘em.

Fish Identification: Largemouth Bass

Learn the characteristics of largemouth bass, when to fish ‘em, and what to use to catch ‘em.

Conservation, What Every Angler Needs To Know

Learn what “catch and release” is all about, how to keep our fisheries stocked for years to come, and the threat of invasive species.

What To Look For When Fishing: 101

Get to know what to look for when you are fishing for the first time or arrive at a new body of water. Learn where to cast your bait and the places where fish love to hide.

What Bait Should I Use?

A quick guide to the varieties of lures and baits you can use the land the big one.

What Rod And Reel Do I Need To Get Started With Fishing

A Piotr guide to getting your first fishing rod and reel. What to look for, how much to spend, and a helpful chart.

Shore Fishing Around The Toronto Area

Learn about some of places that I like to fish around Toronto. A great way to learn where to go shore fishing so that you will be “hooked” on the sport.