The original version of this story appeared in Quanta Magazine. In 1876, Peter Guthrie Tait set out to measure what he called the “beknottedness” of knots. The Scottish mathematician, whose research ...

The improved clinch knot has long been the standard for tying lures to fishing lines. In fact, it's so universal among anglers that it's sometimes called the fisherman's knot. It's easy to learn, ...

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Slip bobbers are generally used in conjunction with live bait, either on a plain hook or on a jig. You want a little weight on the business end of the line so the slip bobber stands erect when your ...

The Giannetti and Harcourt families have shared a long, symbiotic relationship rooted in a mutual love for the outdoors. Their connection dates back to the 1950s, when John Harcourt and his family ...

Anglers looking for local fishing information before the Saturday, May 10, fishing opener can check the regional fishing outlooks from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. The outlooks ...

The morning before the public debut of CJ Hendry’s newest art installation, “Keff Joons,” a woman was trying to decide whether to traverse to the highest point of the giant sculpture. “I’m going into ...

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Never been fishing? From the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, learn how to tie basic fishing knots, selecting the right knot for the job and tips for tying better knots and catching more fish.