Drop a worm in the water on a summer day and just try to not catch a bluegill. But in winter, sometimes those same big slabs get finicky and only bite best at classic walleye times—dawn and dusk.

You might think of bluegills as something kids catch from docks in the summertime. But in winter, they are serious sport. They can be willing biters ... or they can be challenging, depending on their ...

Most fishermen target bluegills solely in farm ponds and other small bodies of water. But these scrappy fish are abundant in sprawling lakes and reservoirs as well and are a fun alternative when ...

In terms of availability, access, and a willingness to bite, it’s hard to beat a bluegill. The species Lepomis macrochirus is widespread across the entire continent and is a popular game fish among ...

In this edition of The Morning Hatch: - Check out the latest episode of The Orvis Fly Fishing Podcast, featuring a legendary fly fishing guide. Podcast: 15 Tips for Fishing Emergers, with Pat Dorsey - ...