Stephen Ziegler is an American outdoor writer, entrepreneur, and SEO strategist known for publishing more than 500 articles on hunting, fishing, wildlife law, and public-lands policy. His work has been featured in national outlets including Full Draw Magazine, where he covered major conservation legislation such as President Trump’s signing of the Great American Outdoors Act. Stephen owns and operates DeLong Lures—America’s oldest soft-plastic lure company—and runs one of the largest hunting and fishing social media networks online, reaching more than 300 million people per month. He also works closely with state legislators in Ohio to improve hunting, fishing, and public-land access.
Topwater frog fishing is one of the most exciting ways to catch bass. When conditions are right, frogs can trigger violent strikes in places other lures simply can’t reach. This guide explains how to fish topwater frogs effectively, including when to use them, where they work best, and how different frog styles change your presentation. […]
Choosing the right spinnerbait color is less about matching one exact shade and more about understanding season, water clarity, light conditions, and fish behavior. Spinnerbaits are reaction baits, and the right color helps fish locate, track, and commit to the lure faster. This guide breaks spinnerbait color selection down by season and conditions so you […]
Spinnerbaits are one of the most reliable reaction baits in fishing. When conditions line up, few lures can trigger strikes as consistently. Their combination of flash, vibration, movement, and profile makes them effective across seasons, water types, and skill levels. However, not all spinner-style baits are the same. Understanding the difference between true spinnerbaits and […]
Spider baits are one of the most natural and effective lures for panfish because they imitate something fish already recognize as food. When insects fall into the water, bluegill, crappie, and perch react quickly. Spider baits are designed to recreate that exact moment, making them an excellent choice for beginners, kids, and anyone looking for […]
Bobbers are one of the simplest and most effective tools in fishing, especially for beginners. They help suspend bait at the right depth, make bites easy to see, and remove much of the guesswork that frustrates new anglers. Whether you’re teaching a child to fish or just getting started yourself, learning how to use a […]
Dice baits (often called “fuzzy dice” baits) are one of the newest soft-plastic categories to gain serious traction because they do something standard plastics struggle with: they create micro-movement and an odd silhouette that fish haven’t been conditioned to ignore. Instead of relying on a tail kick or exaggerated action, dice baits win by hovering, […]
Texas offers some of the most diverse and demanding freshwater fishing in the country. From large reservoirs to small ponds and heavily pressured waters, Texas anglers consistently rely on soft plastic lures that can be fished slowly, deliberately, and close to the bottom. These conditions have made Texas one of the strongest states for unrigged […]
Florida is one of the most diverse freshwater fishing states in the country—and it’s also DeLong’s top-performing state for a reason: heavy vegetation, shallow cover, warm-water fish activity, and year-round multi-species opportunities create the perfect environment for DeLong’s classic soft-plastic presentations. Florida fisheries commonly feature hydrilla, eelgrass, pondweed, maidencane, and water lilies/lily pads in lakes, […]
For many anglers, panfish are the gateway into fishing. Bluegill, crappie, perch, and other panfish species are abundant, aggressive, and willing to bite — making them perfect for beginners, kids, and experienced anglers alike. But consistently catching bigger panfish requires understanding how they feed, where they live, and what they naturally eat. This guide breaks […]
For decades, Mann’s Lures were a staple in tackle boxes across the country. Anglers trusted them for one simple reason: they caught fish. From Jelly Worms to classic soft plastics, Mann’s built a reputation around do-nothing baits that consistently produced bites when nothing else worked. Today, many anglers still search for Mann’s Lures — not […]
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