I just acquired a couple of light-duty (i.e. inappropriate for river salmon) fishing rods, I've received a primer in selecting tackle and setting everything up, I know my knots, I've got my permits and a Discover Pass, and my cooler is ready for some fresh catch. Where, within a 40 minutes' drive of Seattle, can I go catch delicious fish that I can cook and eat? Any recommendations for location-specific books or other resources geared toward an absolute beginner who is more enthusiastic about the food than the sport? [more inside]
posted by halogen on Apr 29, 2013 - 5 answers

Please tell me the minimum set of things I need to buy if I want to catch a fish in a reservoir in Wisconsin? [more inside]
posted by juliapangolin on Aug 6, 2012 - 13 answers

What techniques can I use to get close to the fish in the creek behind my home (for the purpose of getting underwater photographs)? [more inside]
posted by woodblock100 on Jul 11, 2011 - 11 answers

Do kids still collect and sell earthworms for fish bait? [more inside]
posted by Tube on Dec 27, 2008 - 12 answers

Can I raise fish for eating in my back yard? [more inside]
posted by serazin on May 9, 2008 - 8 answers

What kind of live fish can I feed my cat? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 26, 2007 - 16 answers

Portlanders - where is your favorite place to fish? [more inside]
posted by iced_borsch on Jun 16, 2007 - 2 answers

I want to go fishing. You know, the kind where you stand around in a river with a floppy hat. I want this to be my hobby. [more inside]
posted by Saucy Intruder on Feb 28, 2007 - 31 answers

Fly-Fishing Filter: BOO YA it's bass season in NY. I need an instructional DVD for beginners. What's the absolute best, most essential Fly Fishing Instructional DVD for beginners? [more inside]
posted by spicynuts on Jun 22, 2005 - 0 answers

On Saturday afternoon I caught a 450lb, 9.5 foot Blue Marlin off the coast of Cape Hatterras. [more inside]
posted by spicynuts on Jun 5, 2005 - 8 answers