In this issue

Winter has come and Musky Hunter's December/January issue is loaded with information about fishing southern waters and preparing for 2020.

Feature articles in this issue include:
"2019 In Review" — We asked four top guides how they succeeded during the roller coaster weather of 2019. If you see the same patterns in 2020, tap into their knowledge and information.
"Southern Musky Options" by Tony Grant — A primer for fishing the waters that remain open throughout the colder months. Some even provide the best action of the year!
"Muskies In Winter," by Ken Trail — Virginia provides the perfect opportunity for fast winter action.
"Research Corner: Everyone's Favorite Topic: Stocking" by Jordan Weeks — Research shows local environment greatly affects the success of stocking various musky strains.

Musky Hunter continues its new, focused columns to help you in your pursuit of muskies. Continuing columns in this issue are: Industry Profile about Thorne Bros; Angler Spotlight with Russ Smith; Bucher Tales by Joe Bucher; Time On The Water by Gregg Thomas; Muskies On A Budget by Doug Wegner; Getting Terminal by John Bette; Reel Matters by Mat Hegy; The Flow by Ace Sommerfeld; Bait Builders by Joe Peterson; The Shield by Glenn McDonald; Muskies On The Fly by D.J. Chupita; Ladies First by Diana Worline; Young Anglers by Dave Olson; Choose Your Ride by Luke Ronnestrand; Rigged Right by James Salber; Reservoir Dogs by Chris Riebe; Keep It Simple by Steve Heiting; Boat Doc by Jamie Zimmerman; Musky Hunter Ambassadors; From The Other Boat; Pattern of Interest: tips for precision trolling; Region to Region; Musky Gear with the latest in tackle, PMTT Tournament Coverage; and The Last Cast by Tony Grant.

In a special Destinations section, Musky Hunter helps you plan your 2020 fishing season.

Add in musky news, Gregg Thomas' editorial, Joe Bucher's Moon Secrets for December and January, and readers' photos, and everything you need for fall is in this issue

Small Feeding Windows Are Often The Norm

Joe Bucher goes toe-to-toe at boatside with a big musky that slammed his lipless crankbait.

2 mins

Stay In Your Lane: Canoe Control Is A Key To Rivers

The author caught this late season musky from the current break in the background. He and his partner steered the canoe through the rapids and then approached the targeted area from downstream.

3 mins

Make No Mistakes While Getting Kids Involved

The author and his sons take a break from casting for a team photo.

3 mins

2019 In Review

Four Top Guides Reveal What Worked And What Didn’t During Last Season

10+ mins

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Musky Hunter Magazine Description:

Musky Hunter has been North America’s musky authority since 1989. Published bi-monthly, Musky Hunter offers articles on every aspect of North America’s premier freshwater gamefish. Musky Hunter covers muskies and musky fishing wherever they are found, from Washington to Maine and Canada to New Mexico, with articles written by the best musky fisherman alive today. Feature article topics include the latest techniques to catch muskies, lake profiles, interviews with top musky anglers, proper release techniques, musky fishing history, biology and research. Musky Hunter is packed with tackle tips, insightful editorials, reader input, musky news, hot waters and product information. Knowledge is power and Musky Hunter is the key to catching and releasing more muskies.