Trout take the bait when a simple little lure does its happy dance down deep. A fishing jig is little more than a hook with a lead head and some hair attached. The little lures shine wherever trout ...

Small jigs are the most versatile of all trout lures. Whether made of fur, feathers, or soft plastic, they can be fished fast or slow, shallow or deep, all according to the needs of the moment. They ...

Jigs are one of the most popular and effective bass lures. The wide variety of styles—finesse jigs, football jigs, and hair jigs, to name a few—make them an extremely versatile bait. However, the ...

Laguna NiguelOther anglers laughed at him. Fly-fishing does not work at Laguna Niguel Lake, they told him, you’re wasting your time. Frank Murata of Norwalk shrugged off the detractors and pulled out ...

Barrett: It’s going to cost more to fish here and other San Diego City Lakes starting Feb. 1. Barrett’s fees will be $20 per angler and $80 for the reservation and motorboat rental. Hunting fees also ...

Water temperatures at Escondido’s Dixon Lake are at about 57 degrees, and veteran trout hunters know that’s about perfect. So do the trout and some of the big footballs have come out from hiding and ...