Tips & Seasonal Fishing

15 guides from Reelhow, collected for readers who want a simpler path through this topic.

Tom CrawfordSpring Fishing: When Fish Wake Up Hungry

Spring is one of the best seasons for freshwater fishing. Discover why fish are more active, where to find them, and the best spring fishing tips for beginners.

Tom CrawfordSummer Fishing: Staying Cool and Catching Fish

Discover how to beat the heat and keep catching fish all summer long with smart timing, shady spots, and simple beginner-friendly techniques.

Tom CrawfordFall Fishing: Pre-Winter Feeding Frenzy

Fall is one of freshwater fishing's best-kept secrets. Learn why fish feed aggressively before winter and how to take advantage of the autumn frenzy.

Tom CrawfordWinter Fishing: Cold Weather Opportunities

Winter fishing isn't just possible — it can be surprisingly productive. Learn how cold-weather techniques, the right gear, and patient slow presentations keep you catching fish all winter long.

Tom CrawfordBest Times to Fish: Morning, Evening, and Night

Discover when fish are most active throughout the day. Learn why morning and evening are prime fishing windows and how to adjust your schedule for better catches.

Tom CrawfordMoon Phases and Fishing: Does the Moon Affect Fish?

Explore how moon phases may influence freshwater fish activity. Learn about solunar tables, full moon fishing, and practical tips for planning trips around the lunar cycle.

Tom CrawfordBad Weather Fishing: Making the Most of Tough Days

Learn why rainy and overcast days can be some of the best fishing of the year. Discover practical tips for staying safe and catching more fish in challenging weather.

Tom CrawfordFishing Photography: Capturing Your Best Catches

Learn how to take stunning fishing photos with any phone or camera. Simple tips for light, angles, and fish handling that turn good catches into great memories.

Tom CrawfordFishing Journal: Tracking Your Success on the Water

A fishing journal turns every trip into a lesson. Learn what to record and how a simple log can dramatically improve your catch rates over a single season.

Tom CrawfordFishing Memories: Creating Traditions That Last

Fishing is more than a hobby — it's a vehicle for family bonds and lasting memories. Learn how to build fishing traditions that your family will cherish for generations.

Beginner angler casting from a breezy freshwater bank with rippled water

Tom CrawfordWindy Day Fishing: Simple Adjustments for Better Casting

Use these windy day fishing tips to cast with less frustration, choose calmer spots, and keep your next freshwater trip simple and safe.

Beginner angler fishing from a safe freshwater bank under cloudy skies

Tom CrawfordCloudy Day Fishing: Why Overcast Skies Can Be Your Friend

Learn cloudy day fishing with simple beginner steps for low light, safer banks, useful cover, and calm freshwater trips.

Beginner angler quietly fishing clear freshwater from a safe grassy bank

Tom CrawfordClear Water Fishing Tips: Staying Quiet and Choosing Natural Baits

Learn clear water fishing tips for quiet banks, lighter line, natural baits, and calmer beginner trips on bright freshwater.

Beginner angler fishing muddy pond water from a safe grassy bank after rain

Tom CrawfordMuddy Water Fishing Tips: Finding Fish When Visibility Drops

Learn muddy water fishing tips for finding fish with sound, scent, contrast, and safer expectations when visibility drops.

Beginner angler fishing shallow water near weeds and dock shade from a safe bank

Tom CrawfordShallow Water Fishing: Where Beginners Can Find Easy Action

Learn shallow water fishing basics for beginners: where to look, how to approach quietly, and what simple baits work near the bank.