Log sparks memories of a good friend
Mike Tontimonia remembers Paul Liikala, a fellow outdoor writer and good friend, after seeing his name in an old log book from a fishing trip in 1987.
Rating Ohio’s five popular fish species
Mike Tontimonia rates the most popular fish species found in catchable numbers throughout northeast Ohio.
Student Fishing League a growing sport
The Student Fishing League is in its sixth year. Last year, 35 young anglers from 14 different schools and four states competed for several awards.
Boat buyers should understand loan rates
So you're going to need a loan, Mike Tontimonia can help you with the basics of financing your new boat.
Fishing prep comes with signs of spring
Fishing lure displays are stocked, meaning it's time to prepare for spring. Check out Mike Tontimonia's tips to get started restocking your tackle box.
Find out if your catch is a record-breaker
Learn how to enter a fish to be considered for a state record by the Outdoor Writers of Ohio State Record Fish Committee and check out the current list.
Holmes Co. duo on the trail of monster catfish
Kat-tagious team members Anthony Murphy and Mike Snyder are getting better when it comes to pursuing big catfish — the kind of big that wins tournaments.
Anglers enjoy early season Erie fishing
Mike Tontimonia urges Northeast Ohio anglers to start thinking about fishing — not fishing three months down the road but fishing right now.
Kent, Ohio, has an ‘a-luring’ fishing history
When it comes to the sport of fishing, Kent, Ohio's, most significant claim to fame is a small bug created by William H. Schumman.
Plan now for walleye tournaments
Mike Tontimonia provides a quick look at the 2020 Ohio Walleye Federation schedule.