Happy Wednesday! In today’s email, you’ll find:
The unwelcome ways that tournament bass-fishing can add pressure to what should be a peaceful escape
Why there’s never a bad time to catch rainbow trout in Gatlinburg, the Gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains
The Best Sunglasses for Fishing, as tested by the W2F team
… and more! Read on to check out the features, news stories, and gear giveaways we’ve got for you this week.
Tournaments Diminish Fishing’s Fun
Bass fishing is supposed to be an enjoyable escape from the world. But adding a tournament to that equation can turn peace into pressure.
Understanding Early-Season Northern Pike
If you know what drives pike behavior in the early season, you can put together some of the most consistent fishing you’ll enjoy all year.
Gatlinburg: Trout Capital of the Smokies
This small mountain town in Tennessee is home to one of the best-stocked trout fisheries in the nation.
The Best Fishing Sunglasses
From bright-sun beaches, boats, and kayaks to paddle-boarding in low light, we tested our favorite sunglasses for anglers in all kinds of conditions.
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Top Fishing News of the Week
Massive Rainbow Trout Shatters 28-Year-Old Conn. Record
Richard Courtright’s 16-pound, 7.5-ounce trout shattered a state record that’s stood since 1998.The recent congressional action marks one of modern U.S. history’s most consequential environmental and public-lands decisions.
Angler Lands Personal-Best Bass at Texas’ Lake Alan Henry
Russell Hessen's family vacation to Lake Alan Henry in Texas included catching-and-releasing the 24.5-inch-long bass.$3,500 Reward for Info About Illegal Pike Introduction
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is investigating a northern pike’s unlawful introduction into Pine Grove Pond.
