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

Get ready for a fall giant with Musky Hunter's October/November issue. This issue is packed with information for your last big push of the musky season. 

Feature articles in this issue include:
"Clearly A Time For Livebait" by Ryan McMahon — Livebait may be your best bet to catch a wary clear water lunker.
"The Fall Of Giants" by Mike Hulbert — If you're ready for Lake St. Clair's weather rollercoaster, massive muskies await.
"Research Corner: The Dirt On Trolling" by Jordan Weeks — Creel census surveys reveal no difference in the catch rates of casters and trollers.

Musky Hunter continues its new, focused columns to help you in your pursuit of muskies. In a new column entitled Time On The Water, Gregg Thomas describes how he customizes his hooks for an effective live bait rig. Continuing columns in this issue are: Industry Profile about Chaos Tackle; Angler Spotlight with Jon Bondy; Bucher Tales by Joe Bucher;  Muskies On A Budget by Vance Kaloz; Getting Terminal by John Bette; Reel Matters by Mat Hegy; The Flow by Nick Erickson; Bait Builders by Joe Peterson; The Shield by Ben Beattie; Muskies On The Fly by Luke Swanson; Ladies First by Bri Herman; Young Anglers by Jason Smith; Choose Your Ride by Ben Michlig; Rigged Right by Doug Wegner; Reservoir Dogs byScott Salchli; Keep It Simple by Joel DeBoer; Musky Hunter Ambassadors; From The Other Boat; Pattern of Interest: on the hunt with rubber; Region to Region; Photo Tip about weight systems for soft plastics; Competitors' Corner; Musky Gear with the latest in tackle, PMTT Tournament Coverage; and The Last Cast by Tony Grant.

In The Breakdown, a lake map of Wisconsin's Green Bay is provided by Lakemaster and Humminbird, and features fishing tips from top local guides.

Add in musky news, Gregg Thomas' editorial, Joe Bucher's Moon Secrets for October and November, and readers' photos,  and everything you need for fall is in this issue

Keep your 2019 season rolling with Musky Hunter's new August/September issue. This issue is loaded to help you during the late summer to early fall transition.

Feature articles in this issue include:
"Pre-Turnover Musky Hunt" by Steve Heiting — MHM's managing editor discusses how to catch muskies during what is becoming his favorite period of the season.
"Iowa Muskies In Transition" by Ryan Becker — Iowa may soon be on your list of hot musky fishing states.
"Big Water Release" by Spencer Berman — Big waters produce giant muskies, but the ability to release them can be complicated.
"Research Corner: Genetics 102" by Jordan Weeks — Research conducted in Wisconsin has applications to musky stockings everywhere.

Musky Hunter expands on its new, focused columns to help you in your pursuit of muskies. New in this issue is the Boat Doc by Jamie Zimmerman. Continuing columns in this issue are: Industry Profile about Llungen Lures; Angler Spotlight with Dale Wiley; Bucher Tales by Joe Bucher;  Muskies On A Budget by Ryan McMahon; Getting Terminal by John Bette; Reel Matters by Mat Hegy; The Flow by Phil Schweik; Bait Builders by Joe Peterson; The Shield by Joe Cooper; Muskies On The Fly by Logan Martin; Ladies First by Carrie Hope; Young Anglers by Paul Hacault; Choose Your Ride by Michael Woelfel; Rigged Right by James Salber; Reservoir Dogs by Jason Jackson; Keep It Simple by Chas Martin; Musky Hunter Ambassadors; From The Other Boat; Pattern of Interest: a time for topwater; Region to Region; Photo Tip about tuning a crankbait; Competitors' Corner; Musky Gear with the latest in tackle, PMTT Tournament Coverage; and The Last Cast by Tony Grant.

In The Breakdown, a lake map of Minnesota's Leech Lake is provided by Lakemaster, Humminbird and Musky Mayhem Tackle, and features fishing tips from top local guides.

Add in musky news, Gregg Thomas' editorial, Joe Bucher's Moon Secrets for August and September, and readers' photos,  and you cannot miss this issue.

Get off to a fantastic start to your 2019 musky fishing season with Musky Hunter's new June/July issue. This issue is packed with articles for early summer to midsummer musky success.

Feature articles in this issue include:
"The Flowage Advantage" by Bryan Schaeffer — Flowages, a.k.a. reservoirs, usually have beautiful, undeveloped shorelines, and are filled with big muskies. What's not to like?
"Trolling The Abyss" by Brad Hoppe — When muskies finish spawning they head to deep water to feed. These giants draw the author's interest.
"Roll With The Changes" by Todd Young — Musky waters change seasonally and from year to year. To succeed, you just have to go with it ...
"Research Corner: Genetics 101" by Jordan Weeks — Genetics are highly important when the issue is musky stocking.

Musky Hunter expands on its new, focused columns to help you in your pursuit of muskies. New in this issue are The Shield by Luke Ronnestrand, Muskies On The Fly by Eric Grajewski, and Reservoir Dogs by Kyle Jones. Continuing columns in this issue are: Industry Profile about Stealth Tackle and High Seas, Muskies On A Budget by Fred Lederer, Angler Spotlight on Kevin Nash, Bucher Tales by Joe Bucher, Getting Terminal by John Bette, Reel Matters by Mat Hegy, The Flow by Hans Mann, Bait Builders by Joe Peterson, Ladies First by Natalie Dillon, Young Anglers by Hudson Filas, Choosing Your Ride by Joel DeBoer, Keep It Simple by Brian Clark, From The Other Boat, Pattern of Interest: Understanding spinners, Photo Tip: Don't overlook your line, PMTT Tournament Coverage, Competitors' Corner, Musky Gear, and "The Last Cast" by Tony Grant.

In The Breakdown, a lake map of Wisconsin's Chippewa Flowage is provided by Lakemaster and features fishing tips from top local guides.

Add in musky news, Gregg Thomas' editorial, Joe Bucher's Moon Secrets forJune and July, and readers' photos,  and you simply need to read this issue.

Musky fishing is now underway in the southern states and rapidly about to begin  in the North. Musky Hunter's April/May 2019 issue is jam-packed with information to make sure you enjoy a great fishing season.

Feature articles in this issue include:
"System Dominance" by Jeff Van Remortel — Learn how fishing for other species during the closed season for muskies can benefit you when it's time to chase long, green, toothy things.
"Get Jiggy With It" by Lance Season — When muskies won't chase, it's time to go vertical with your presentation.
"A Perfect Cure For Cabin Fever" by Joel Deboer — When seasons are closed elsewhere in the northland, Wisconsin's southern zone is just getting started.
"Confidence: There Is No Substitute" by Erik Jacobson — When you're confident in your efforts, your baits and your waters, your catches will soar.
"Research Corner: Anglers Assist Biologists" by Matt Ward — Insights from a Minnesota lake chain study.

Musky Hunter expands on its new, focused columns to help you in your pursuit of muskies. Columns in this issue are: Industry Profile about Musky Innovations, Muskies On A Budget by Pete Rich, Angler Spotlight on Darcy Cox, Bucher Tales by Joe Bucher, Getting Terminal by John Bette, Rigged Right by Mike Mordas, Reel Matters, by Mat Hegy, The Flow by Ken Trail, Bait Builders by Mike Olson, Competitors' Corner, Ladies First by Vickie Banks, Getting Started by Jay Young, Choosing Your Ride by Mike Hulbert, Keep It Simple by Jake Nelson, Pattern of Interest: Small baits in spring, Region to Region, Photo Tips: Minnowbaits in dirty water and Sharpen  hooks with a Dremel tool, and "The Last Cast" by Tony Grant.

In The Breakdown, a lake map of the Fox Chain in Illinois is provided by Lakemaster and features fishing tips from local guides.

Add in musky news, Gregg Thomas' editorial, Joe Bucher's Moon Secrets for April and May, and readers' photos,  and this is yet another can't-miss issue for musky hunters.

With a freshening of its editorial content and a bold new look, this 30th anniversary issue of Musky Hunter is one you'll read cover to cover, and keep for future reference.

Feature articles in this issue include:

• "Winter Muskies, Tennessee Style" by Chris Riebe — Old Man Winter may be in control, but conditions are perfect for a Tennessee giant.
• "The New 'Side' Of Musky Fishing" by Matt Seifert — Even if a musky doesn't follow, you can still find it with side imaging — and catch it later.
• "Turn Around" by Vance Kaloz — Refishing a spot with muskies, or at least one that shows promise, can greatly improve your catches.
• "3 Seasons On The Bay" by Doug Wegner — Green Bay offers opportunities for some of the biggest muskies anywhere from season’s open until late fall.
• "Research Corner: Muskies Are From Mars" by Jordan Weeks — Muskies are unique individuals with unique experiences.

In addition, Musky Hunter has added a number of focused columns to help you in your pursuit of muskies. New columns starting in this issue are: Industry Profile about Musky Mayhem Tackle, Muskies On A Budget by Mike Moschell, Angler Spotlight on Mark Lijewski, Bucher Tales by Joe Bucher, Getting Terminal by John Bette, Rigged Right by Kurt Hansen, Reel Matters, by Mat Hegy, The Flow by Scott Smith, Competitors' Corner, Ladies First by Lorie Scherf, Getting Started by Chase Gibson, Pattern of Interest: Spring fishing in the South, Region to Region, The "Wired" Leader, and "The Last Cast" by Tony Grant.

In The Breakdown, a lake map of Lake St. Clair is provided by Lakemaster and features fishing tips from charter captains.

Add in musky news, Gregg Thomas' editorial, Joe Bucher's Moon Secrets for February and March, PMTT results, new gear and readers' photos,  and this is another can't-miss issue for musky hunters.

Some musky hunters are making their last "push" of the season for a giant fish, while others are looking back at what worked over the last season and planning for 2019. Musky Hunter's December 2018/January 2019 issue has something for everyone.

Feature articles in this issue include:

• "7 Tips For Surviving Late Fall" by Gregg Thomas — These ideas from Musky Hunter's new editor will keep you in the hunt longer as the weather turns cold.
• "Number 1" by Joe Bucher — Joe's top tactic in 2018 was fishing with suspending minnowbaits. Here's how he did it.
• "High-Tech Trolling"  by Mike Olson — Trolling is all about efficiency, and you won't believe what new electronic offerings can do for you.
• "Read & React" by Steve Heiting —  Reading the muskies' behavior and then reacting properly was never more important than during 2018.
• "Superstitions Of Musky Pros" by Spencer Berman — If you go fishing with these guys, never bring a banana. A look at what goes on inside the heads of top musky fishermen.
• "Research Corner: Anglers, Biologists Working Together" by Jordan Weeks — Angler data complements Ohio studies of riverine muskies.

Add in musky news, Gregg Thomas' editorial, Joe Bucher's Moon Secrets for December and January, Bob Turgeon's Tech Tips, PMTT results, and readers' photos,  and this is a must-read issue for musky hunters.

Fall is the time for hunting monster muskies, and  Musky Hunter's October/November 2018 issue has you covered regardless of how you fish.

Feature articles in this issue include:

• "The Hunt For Goliath" by Joe Bucher — Joe finally reveals how he caught one of his largest muskies.
• "How Big Is Big?" by Spencer Berman — When you consider a lure's profile, baits we consider "big" really don't look that way to a musky.
• "No Ciscoes? No Problem" by Pete Rich — A northwoods guide explains how he targets late fall muskies in waters that don't contain ciscoes.
• "Float To Fall Giants" by Robert Dankowsky — The author uses small boats to float to unpressured muskies in small rivers.
• "3 Super Spots For Big Muskies" by Spence Petros — If you want a giant musky, spend a lot of time around complexes, in slots, and on big flats.
• "When Plastics Go Awry" by Braden Eisenhower — Big rubber baits foul from time to time. Here's how to minimize the issue.
• "Research Corner: Ontario's Angler Log Program" by Jordan Weeks — Data provided by anglers to MNR biologists help manage and improve the musky resource.

Add in musky news, Jim Saric's editorial, Joe Bucher's Moon Secrets for October and November, Bob Turgeon's Tech Tips, PMTT results, Trophy Tails, new musky gear, and Parting Line, and this is another can't-miss issue for musky hunters.

It's mid to late summer, and it's time to get serious about catching big muskies.  Musky Hunter's August/September 2018 issue is here to help.

Feature articles in this issue include:

• "Going Toe-To-Toe With Big Muskies" by Joe Bucher — Use the right rod and technique for boatside bruisers.
• "Shallow Muskies Of Late Summer" by Ryan McMahon — Understand and take advantage of this shallow musky movement as the water cools.
• "4 Summer Weed Solutions" by Jim Saric — Different vegetation types that muskies use require different presentations. 
• "Lake St. Clair Revisited" by Spencer Berman — All waters change with time, including this musky hotspot. Get the latest of what's happening here.
• "Structure Trolling" by Pete Rich — Troll out of your comfort zone on lakes with a traditional casting “bite.”
• "Get Cranky With Reefs" by Chas Martin — When times are tough, bounce a crankbait along rocks and hang on.
• "Research Corner: Old Data Yields New Insights" by Evan Sniadajewski, Scott Braden and Max Wolter —Biologists re-examine old musky catch and movement data compiled on Wisconsin's Chippewa Flowage.

Add in musky news, Jim Saric's editorial, Joe Bucher's Moon Secrets for August and September, Bob Turgeon's Tech Tips, PMTT results, Trophy Tails and Parting Line,  and this is a can't-miss issue for musky hunters.

Get off to a great start to your musky fishing season with Musky Hunter's June/July 2018 issue. This issue is packed with articles for early summer to midsummer musky success.

Feature articles in this issue include:

• "Raise ’Em On One, Catch ’Em On Another," by Joe Bucher. Turning a following musky into an eater may require a complete change of pace.
• "Side-Imaging & Muskies" by Luke Ronnestrand.  The latest side-imaging technology allows anglers to pinpoint muskies.
• "Current Events: Lakes," by Steve Heiting. MHM's managing editor explains how wind and natural current affect every fishing spot.
• "Current Events: Rivers," by Ace Sommerfeld. Unravel the chaos of current to boat more muskies from rivers.
• "Burning Rubber," by Jeff Hanson. A high-speed retrieve with soft plastics may trigger pressured muskies.
• "Identify & Exploit," by Ryan McMahon. Identify the variables of location, presentation and timing, and muskies will be yours.
• "Tails, I Win," by Tom Gelb. The simple addition of a rubber tail can turn a follower into a biter
• "Basics On The Fly," by Rick Kustich. More musky hunters are picking up fly gear for their pursuit.
• "Research Corner: Muskies Of The Saint John River," by Jordan Weeks. Researchers offer radio-telemetry results for this relatively-new fishery.

Add in musky news, Jim Saric's editorial, Joe Bucher's Moon Secrets for June and July, Bob Turgeon's Tech Tips, Trophy Tails, new musky gear,  and the Parting Line column, and this is a must-read issue for musky hunters.

It's early spring, and musky fishing is underway in the southern states and fast approaching in the North. Musky Hunter's April/May 2018 issue is loaded with features to help you have a great 2018 fishing season.

Feature articles in this issue include:

• Research Corner: 370,000 Data Points — How to use the data available to you to become a better musky hunter.  By Jordan Weeks
• Zig-Zag, Bob & Weave — Walk-the-dog topwaters cause big muskies to pounce.  By Joe Bucher
• Why Troll? — Add trolling to your repertoire and you will catch more muskies. Period.  By Spence Petros
• Musky Hors d'oeuvres  — Muskies are not always ready for a big meal, but they may be ready for a snack.  By Robert Reznak
• Turn To Stone — The life of a river musky revolves around the rocks that form the river bed.  By Ace Sommerfeld
• 8 Ways To Improve Your Figure-8 — If you aren't catching muskies in a figure-8 ... well, you should be.  By Tom Dietz
• Simply Unforgettable — A look at some proven baits that seem to be overlooked by today's musky angler. By Tony Grant
• Better Boat Control —  Who doesn't want more and bigger muskies? The easiest way to do it is to improve how you position your boat — By Erik Jacobson
• Train For Your Best — A modern approach to train yourself physically for musky fishing. By Joel DeBoer with Joe Tofferi

Add in musky news, Jim Saric's editorial, Joe Bucher's Moon Secrets for April and May, Bob Turgeon's Tech Tips, new musky gear,  Trophy Tails (readers'  photos), and our Parting Line column, and this is another must-read issue.

It's time to look ahead to the coming musky season, and Musky Hunter's February/March 2017 issue is loaded with can't-miss articles to get you ready.

Feature articles in this issue include:

• "Overlooked & Underutilized" by Joe Bucher — Lipless crankbaits prove to be a deadly cast-back or tough condition lure. 
• "Season-Making Strategies" by Jim Saric — Musky Hunter's Editor and TV show host explains a fall-back plan is handy when your trip or season isn’t going as well as hoped.
• "Weed Wonders" by Spence Petros —The hows and whys of the best lures for success when fishing in weeds.
• "Minutia Matters" by Steve Heiting —A few of the factors that shouldn’t matter to muskies, yet sometimes mean everything.
• "Advanced Bucktails" by Bob Turgeon — It’s how you fish bucktails that matters whether you catch fish or struggle.
• "Best Baits For Southern Reservoirs" by Tony Grant — Regardless of the latest/greatest baits, you can’t ignore some lures’ track record.
• "275 Days" by Mike Hulbert— After 275 days on the water, the author argues there is no “best” time.
• "The Goldilocks Zone" by Steven Paul — You may need to step out of your comfort zone to find that of southern muskies.
• "Research Corner: Common Sense Musky Handling" by Jordan Weeks — How should we handle fish?

Add in musky news, Jim Saric's editorial, Joe Bucher's Moon Secrets for February and March, Bob Turgeon's Tech Tips, PMTT results, new gear and readers' photos,  and this is another great issue for musky hunters.

It's the last "push" of the season for some musky hunters, while others are assessing the past musky season and looking ahead to the next. Musky Hunter's December 2017/January 2018 issue was written to cover all the bases.

Feature articles in this issue include:

• "Giants On The Solar Eclipse" by Joe Bucher — Joe and his guest, Rich Belanger, tangle with monster muskies during August's eclipse.
• "End Of Days" by Jim Saric — Musky Hunter's editor outlines strategies for the final days of the current musky season.
• "6 Locations For Post-Frontal Success" by Steve Heiting — Musky Hunter's Managing Editor addresses where you can find muskies following a cold front, and the best ways to catch them.
• "Rough Water-Proof Your Boat" by Spencer Berman — How to keep yourself in the game when the wind is blowing and the muskies are biting.
• "For The Rest Of Us" by Robert Wolter — Not everybody can heave double tens or Pounders all day. The author discusses techniques for smaller baits.
• "K.I.S.S. A Musky" by Joel DeBoer — Keep It Simple Stupid. Sometimes a basic approach is all that's needed for success.
• "Research Corner: Southern Stocking Success Studied" by Jordan Weeks — Researchers try to find out why stocked muskies survive in one water but not another.

Add in musky news, Jim Saric's editorial, Joe Bucher's Moon Secrets for December and January, Bob Turgeon's Tech Tips, PMTT results, new musky gear, and readers' photos,  and this is another can't-miss issue for musky hunters.

Fall is the time for chasing big-bellied, monster muskies, and  Musky Hunter's October/November 2017 issue will help you find and catch your personal best.

Feature articles in this issue include:

• "Weather, Tactics & Tricks For Fall" by Joe Bucher — Fall musky fishing is not always full of action, but great catches can be made. 
• "Troll Your Way To Casting Success" by Luke Ronnestrand — Troll to find baitfish and/or muskies, and then dial in with casting.
• "Keys To Stained Water Muskies" by Andy Hendrickson — Five tips from a northwoods guide for big muskies from dark water.
• "Take 5'" by Ace Sommerfeld — A selection of five or so rivers will have you ready to fish in any condition.
• "Southern Livebaitin'" by Tony Grant — With quick-strike rigs being the norm, livebait is being used everywhere. 
• "Rig ’em Right" by Gregg Thomas — Learn how to build the author’s efficient livebait rig for your own use.
• "Research Corner: A Cure For VHS?" by Jordan Weeks — New research shows promise in the battle against this dreaded fish-killer.

Add in musky news, Jim Saric's editorial, Joe Bucher's Moon Secrets for October and November, Bob Turgeon's Tech Tips, PMTT results, and Trophy Tails,  and this is another must-have issue for musky hunters.

It's mid to late summer, and it's time to get serious about catching big muskies.  Musky Hunter's August/September 2017 issue is here to help.

Feature articles in this issue include:

• "Monster At Moonrise" by Joe Bucher — A reminder from a friend results in Joe's best fish of 2016.
• "3 Hot Summer Patterns" by Ryan McMahon — Bucktails, rubber & night fishing are as reliable of patterns as you will find during the heat of summer.
• "3 Hot Early Fall Patterns" by Luke Ronnestrand — Early fall provides some of the best opportunities of the entire season to catch a giant musky.
• "Enter The Night" by Tom Gelb — A primer for newcomers to the night fishing game.
• "When 'Dumb' Fish Wise Up" by Spencer Berman — When word of a hot fishery spreads to the masses, uneducated muskies don’t stay that way long. Here’s how to adjust to the new ‘normal’.
• "6 Guide Tips For More Muskies" by Jeff Hanson — How many of these six self-help tips do you practice in your quest for muskies?
• "Midsummer Monsters" by Mike Hulbert — Some of the best fishing of the entire musky season occurs during the peak of summer’s heat
• "Research Corner: Significant Differences" by Jordan Weeks — Illinois research indicates the strain of musky stocked really does matter.

Add in musky news, Jim Saric's editorial, Joe Bucher's Moon Secrets for August and September, Bob Turgeon's Tech Tips, PMTT results, Trophy Tails and Parting Line,  and this is a can't-miss issue for musky hunters.

Get off to a great start to your musky fishing season with Musky Hunter's June/July 2017 issue. This issue is packed with articles for early summer to midsummer musky success.

Feature articles in this issue include:

• "Glass-Calm Godzilla Muskies," by Joe Bucher. The host of the "Fishing with Joe Bucher" TV show says a glider is the best way to catch giants basking in the sun.
• "Roll The Dice," by Jim Saric.  A number of considerations go into choosing a lake for early season fishing. The host of MHTV explains how to succeed.
• "Top Days For 2017," by Tom Gelb. Tom's latest research reveals a different take on best fishing days.
• "Reap A Reef," by Steve Heiting. MHM's managing editor used to avoid reefs like they didn't exist. Now, he can't get enough of them.
• "Divers!," by Ryan McMahon. Dive-and-rise jerkbaits belong in your arsenal throughout the musky season.
• "Blanked!," by Spencer Berman. Nobody, and we mean nobody, catches muskies every day they're on the water.
• "Saturation Casting," by Braden Eisenhower. Slowing down and making multiple casts to a spot can trump running and gunning.
• "Research Corner: Habitat," by Jordan Weeks. Researchers study the types of woody habitat muskies prefer.

Add in musky news, Jim Saric's editorial, Joe Bucher's Moon Secrets for June and July, Bob Turgeon's Tech Tips, Trophy Tails and new musky gear,  and this is a must-read issue for musky hunters.

It's early spring, and musky fishing is underway in the southern states and fast approaching in the North. Musky Hunter's April/May 2017 issue is loaded with features to help you now and in the future.

Feature articles in this issue include:

• Research Corner: How Hot Is Too Hot? — Does science support a stoppage of fishing when water gets warm? By Jordan Weeks
• Tick & Click — Crankbaits are often overlooked, but have produced many of Joe’s best fish of late.  By Joe Bucher
• Taps For Tens? — Are double tens done? Pro anglers debate the question.  By Marty Forman
• Post-Spawn Patterns — It’s not the easiest time to fish, but you can succeed.  By Gregg Thomas
• Beat The Heat — The period right before the warmest water of the year can be dynamite. Here’s how to score. By Tony Grant
• Hooking Angles — Let’s examine the many facets of a hook-set that combine to put a musky in your boat.  By Ryan McMahon
• Rivers: Work The Angles — Casting angles and boat control add up to big muskies when wading or canoeing rivers. By Ace Sommerfeld
• No Boat? No Problem —  Current attracts muskies, but dams stop their upstream migration ... need we say more?— By Derek Dittburner

Add in musky news, Jim Saric's editorial, Joe Bucher's Moon Secrets for April and May, Bob Turgeon's Tech Tips, new musky gear,  Trophy Tails (readers'  photos), and our Parting Line column, and this is another must-read issue.

It's time to look ahead to the coming musky season, and Musky Hunter's February/March 2017 issue is loaded with can't-miss articles to get you ready.

Feature articles in this issue include:

• "A Case For Downsizing" by Joe Bucher — A smaller lure may just be the ticket to get a big musky to commit.
• "Change Your Game" by Jim Saric — Musky Hunter's Editor and the host of "The Musky Hunter" TV show addresses the top five most-asked musky fishing questions.
• "Make It Great" by Steve Heiting — Anglers have more control over their musky fishing success than they realize.
• "Set It Right" by Spencer Berman — A good hook-set is often the difference between success and failure in musky fishing.
• "Time For A Change?" by Kevin Schmidt — Whether you’re thinking of changing your lure, your spot or your lake, be systematic in your approach.
• "Before Spring" by Gregg Thomas — A guide reveals his thoughts for catching pre-spawn muskies from southern reservoirs. 
• "Pattern Failure" by Tony Grant— How a musky guide who fishes the North and South rebounds when his regular patterns fail.
• "Research Corner: Consumption vs. Trophy Fishing" by Jordan Weeks — We want bigger muskies, but can we get them if some are being killed?

Add in musky news, Jim Saric's editorial, Joe Bucher's Moon Secrets for February and March, Bob Turgeon's Tech Tips, PMTT results, new gear and readers' photos,  and this is another great issue for musky hunters.

Winter is the time to reflect on the past musky season as well as look ahead to the next, and Musky Hunter's December 2016/January 2017 issue was written to prepare you for the coming musky season.

Feature articles in this issue include:

• "Beat Fishing Pressure" by Spence Petros — We all face heavy fishing pressure at times. When other anglers are on your favorite spots, look to overlooked shorelines to succeed.
• "Baitfish Densities" by Spencer Berman — The type of baitfish your favorite waters contain should dictate how you fish the lake as well as the lures you should use.
• "Are You Fishing The Right Lake?" by Kevin Kray — The conditions may not be right for the water you're fishing, but they may be perfect for another.
• "Fish Handling Revisited" by Erik Jacobson — With many new anglers in the sport, a discussion of proper release practices is in order.
• "Get The Most From Your Guide" by Tony Grant — A full-time guide explains the questions you need to ask when booking your fishing trip.
• "Musky Tune-Up" by Mike Hulbert — If you truly want to become a better musky hunter, you need to master the little things.
• "Eighty Years On The Hunt With Gordon Moen" by Steve Heiting — Musky Hunter catches up with an angler who started fishing muskies in 1936!
• "Research Corner: Eyes, Ears & Swim Bladder?" by Jordan Weeks — Follows are nice, but long green fish in the net are better. How to use a musky's senses to succeed.

Add in musky news, Jim Saric's editorial, Joe Bucher's Moon Secrets for December and January, Bob Turgeon's Tech Tips, PMTT results and readers' photos,  and this is another can't-miss issue for musky hunters.

Fall is the time for hunting monster muskies, and  Musky Hunter's October/November 2016 issue has you covered regardless of how you fish.

Feature articles in this issue include:

• "Converting Follows" by Joe Bucher — Turning muskies into biters knows no season. Joe offers cures for “followitis.”
• "Last Chance Muskies" by Mike Hulbert — Catch a Great Lakes giant before winter ends your musky season.
• "5 For Fall" by Jim Saric — You’ll never know what conditions you’ll see when chasing fall muskies.
• "Livebaitin'" by Ryan McMahon — Fishing livebait around shallow weeds has proven extremely effective for this Minnesota guide.
• "Rubber Bait Rundown" by Spencer Berman — Know what each lure can do to choose the right one for the situation. 
• "Shift Into Granny Gear" by Ace Sommerfeld — When fishing rivers, conditions may call for a slow dissection of a spot.
•  "Client's Confidence Overcomes Guide's Musky Funk" by Lou Eich. A musky fishing team succeeds in spite of a guide's low PMA.
• "Research Corner: Lake Productivity & Musky Growth" by Jordan Weeks — With research before even hitting the water, you can determine which lakes produce more and bigger fish.

Add in musky news, Jim Saric's editorial, Joe Bucher's Moon Secrets for October and November, Bob Turgeon's Tech Tips, PMTT results, Trophy Tails and new musky gear,  and this is another can't-miss issue for musky hunters.

It's mid to late summer, and it's time to get serious about catching big muskies.  Musky Hunter's August/September 2016 issue is here to help.

Feature articles in this issue include:

• "Cure For A Cold Front" by Joe Bucher — Crashing crankbaits produced a birthday beast for Joe Bucher last year, and can work for you, too.
• "Shalt Thou Wash thy Baits At home?" by Marty Forman — We interviewed a number of musky pros about when and how often they change lures.
• "Boatside Breakdown" by Spencer Berman — Maneuvers that trigger muskies following erratic baits.
• "Calculated Conversions" by Braden Eisenhower — Soft plastic baits aren't necessarily the best at boatside, but the author reveals his tactics for success.
• "A Simple Depth Control System" by Tom Gelb — Adding weight to gain depth has never before been easier.
• "Shallow Water Triggers" by Gregg Thomas — No matter where you fish — natural lakes, southern reservoirs, or the Great Lakes — this is the time to succeed with big muskies.
• "Research Corner: Known-Age Muskies" by Jordan Weeks — Fascinating early results of musky growth and survival  from a newly-created fishery.

Add in musky news, Jim Saric's editorial, Joe Bucher's Moon Secrets for August and September, Bob Turgeon's Tech Tips, PMTT results, Trophy Tails and Musky Gear,  and this is a can't-miss issue for musky hunters.

Get off to a great start to your musky fishing season with Musky Hunter's June/July 2016 issue. This issue is packed with articles for early summer to midsummer muskies.

Feature articles in this issue include:

• "Weather Extremes," by Joe Bucher. The host of "Fishing with Joe Bucher" goes into detail how to cope with too much wind, or no wind at all.
• "3 Situational Summer Strategies," by Jim Saric. Sometime this summer you will be faced with these conditions. The host of MHTV explains how to succeed.
• "7 Minnowbait Retrieve Tips," by Steve Heiting. MHM's managing editor offers twitchbait tips that will cover you from shallow water to deep, from the beginning of your cast to the end.
• "Blades A to Z," by Luke Ronnestrand. A guide’s whys and wherefores of bucktails, with some modifications thrown in.
• "The Casting Advantage," by Spencer Berman. Casting offers many advantages over trolling, even on giant, featureless waters.
• "Summer Peak," by Mike Hulbert. With their metabolism at its highest, muskies will feed the most in summer. It’s a great time to be on the water.
• "Research Corner: Musky Food Habit Review," by Steve Pallo. Information presented at the recent musky symposium provides an  overview of food studies in the musky states and Canada.

Add in musky news, Jim Saric's editorial, Joe Bucher's Moon Secrets for June and July, Bob Turgeon's Tech Tips, Trophy Tails and new musky gear,  and this is a must-read issue for musky hunters.

It's spring, and musky fishing is underway in the southern states and fast approaching in the North. Musky Hunter's April/May issue is packed with features that will get you ready for 2016 regardless of where you fish.

Feature articles in this issue include:

• "Seal The Deal" by Joe Bucher — Joe teaches you to analyze every aspect of your retrieve to trigger more big muskies.
• "Pick 5 For Early Esox" by Joel DeBoer — Here are five lure types you probably aren't using for spring muskies, but should .
• "A Step Ahead" by Spence Petros — There are lots of good musky fishermen on the water everywhere. Look for ways to stay a step ahead of the pack.
• "Kayak Muskies" by Richard Ofner — If you want a whole new level of excitement, try doing battle from the confines of a kayak.
• "Musky Final Four" by Justin Mullins — Pick your own champion for southern reservoirs from these four lure types .
• "Shad vs. Ciscoes" by Spencer Berman — The more you know about these important baitfish species, the further you will be on your quest for giant muskies.
• "All Shapes & Sizes" by Britt Stoudenmire — Add rivers to your musky repertoire and you'll be ready for anything.
• "Panel IDs Musky Research Needs" by Jordan Weeks — A who's who panel of researchers decides what needs to be done.

Add in musky news, Jim Saric's editorial, Joe Bucher's Moon Secrets for April and May, Bob Turgeon's Tech Tips, new musky gear,  and Trophy Tails (readers'  photos), and this is another must-read issue.

The 2016 musky fishing season is fast approaching and Musky Hunter's February/March issue is loaded with articles to get you off to a fast start.

Feature articles in this issue include:

• "Maximize Your Day" by Jim Saric — Musky Hunter's Editor and TV show host relies on these tips to make the most of his time on the water. Use Jim's knowledge in your own musky hunts.
• "Pickpocket Muskies: Lakes" by Steve Heiting — Musky Hunter's Managing Editor outlines strategy for fishing small spots for big muskies.
• "Pickpocket Muskies: Rivers" by Ace Sommerfeld — River current scours out deeper water downstream of obstructions. Here's how to find and fish them.
• "Early Season Guide To Southern Muskies" by Tony Grant — Use Tony's expertise to extend your musky season with an early trip to the South.
• "3 Tactics For Current" by Britt Stoudenmire — Once you understand current, the questions of fish location, lure choice and boat positioning become easy.
• "New Twists For Old Presentations" by Ryan McMahon — The slight tweaks discussed by this Minnesota metro guide may be all that's needed to solve the riddle of pressured waters. 
• "Big Or Small" by Mike Hulbert — Lessons learned while fishing for muskies on giant waters can be applied to small, and vice versa.
• "The Matter Of Hooks" by Bob Turgeon — Keeping muskies pinned is the name of the game, and often the problem of why muskies are lost comes down to the hooks on your lures.
• "Research Corner: To Clip Or Not To Clip" by Jordan Weeks — Fin clips are used to assess fisheries and stocking success. 

Add in musky news, Jim Saric's editorial, Joe Bucher's Moon Secrets for February and March, Bob Turgeon's Tech Tips, PMTT results, new musky gear,  and Trophy Tails (readers'  photos), and this is another can't-miss issue.

Winter is the time to reflect on the past musky season as well as look ahead to the next, and Musky Hunter's December 2015/January 2016 issue is packed with articles for readers who can't give up on 2015 or are thinking ahead to 2016.

Feature articles in this issue include:

• "The Tyson Musky" by Joe Bucher — Joe's account of how he went toe-to-toe with a musky that wouldn't quit,  and the things he learned from the encounter.
• "Diehard Fishing" by Spencer Berman — Practical and perhaps life-saving advice for those who hunt giant muskies until ice-up.
• "Edge Of Winter Muskies" by Ace Sommerfeld — Rivers offer many opportunities after ice has claimed your favorite lakes.
• "Weed Trolling Know-How" by Tony Grant — Trolling over and alongside giant weed flats can yield terrific musky catches.
• "Plan B: Find The Forage" by Jim Murphy — "Murph" describes how he successfully dealt with the changes in Minnesota's Leech Lake.
• "Gliders" by Chas Martin — Get good with gliders, and you'll be ready for success when other presentations aren't working.
• "Garden State Muskies" by J.R. Warnet —Far from better-known musky waters, these New Jersey lakes offer great fishing.
• "Research Corner: Lifeblood Of Good Management" by Steve Pallo — Sound research helps biologists make the best choices for our fisheries.

Add in musky news, Jim Saric's editorial, Joe Bucher's Moon Secrets for December and January, Bob Turgeon's Tech Tips, PMTT results and new musky gear,  and this is another can't-miss issue for musky hunters.

Fall is the time for giant muskies, and  Musky Hunter's October/November 2015 issue is loaded with articles to help readers catch their fish of their lifetime.

Feature articles in this issue include:

• "Step Out Of Your Comfort Zone" by Joe Bucher — The conclusion of Joe's "improve your musky game" series.
• "No Follows In Fall" by Luke Ronnestrand — When autumn muskies aren't following, it's time to seek clues to their whereabouts.
• "In Search Of A White Whale" by Steve Genson — Techniques the author uses to guide people to the musky of a lifetime.
• "Livebait Tips & Tricks" by Rob Manthei — A full-time northern Wisconsin guide reveals his livebait techniques.
• "3 Keys To Fall Giants" by Spencer Berman — These things really matter if you are targeting a giant musky.
• "Advanced Jigging Tips" by Jon Bondy — The author is at the forefront of developing vertical jigging for muskies. He reveals seven important lessons.
• "Artificials Vs. Livebait" by Joel DeBoer —Reasoning and application for one presentation over the other.
• "Research Corner: Musky Growth Potential" by Jordan Weeks — Wisconsin researchers study whether musky growth is compatible with the state's size limit.

Add in musky news, Jim Saric's editorial, Joe Bucher's Moon Secrets for October and November, Bob Turgeon's Tech Tips, PMTT results, Trophy Tails and new musky gear,  and this is a can't-miss issue for musky hunters.

It's time to get serious about catching big muskies, and  Musky Hunter's August/September 2015 issue is packed with articles to help readers target their personal best fish.

Feature articles in this issue include:

• "4 Surefire Late Summer Tactics" by Joe Bucher — Four patterns that will get the job done in late summer and early fall. This article is so good we postponed Part 3 of Joe's "Improve Your Musky Game" series to the October/November issue.
• "Stubborn Summer Muskies" by Steve Genson — Muskies can be difficult in midsummer, and the author reveals some of his tricks — including those that won a tournament.
• "Pleasure Boat Paradox" by Braden Eisenhower — The author argues that muskies may actually take advantage of boat traffic to aid their feeding.
• "Add Some Lead To Your Leaders" by Jeff Hanson — Weighted leaders give your lures a look that pressured muskies may not have seen.
• "Triple Threat Summer Trolling" by Erik Jacobson — Three patterns to troll up a summer monster.
• "Turn ’Em On During Turnover" by Rob Manthei — Turnover can be the most difficult time to catch muskies, but the author looks forward to it. His reasons? Big muskies.
• "Tune Your Rubber" by Spencer Berman — Just like any bait, to get the most from your soft plastic lures they need to be properly tuned. Here's how.
• "Research Corner: Michigan's Inland Great Lakes Muskies" by Steve Pallo — Michigan is producing some giants and researchers are studying these fishes' habits.

Add in musky news, Jim Saric's editorial, Joe Bucher's Moon Secrets for August and September, Bob Turgeon's Tech Tips, PMTT results, Trophy Tails and Parting Line,  and this is a can't-miss issue for musky hunters.

Get your 2015 musky season off to a fast start with Musky Hunter's June/July 2015 issue, which is loaded with articles to help out. Included is the second installment of Joe Bucher's 3-part series on improving your musky fishing skills.

Feature articles in this issue include:

• "Phase 2: Improve Your Musky Game" by Joe Bucher — Lure maintenance, the environment and fishing pressure all affect your success.
• "Early Season Giants" by Eric Larsen — Green Bay's giants are no longer a secret, but fall isn't the only time to catch them. These tips will work on any Great Lakes water.
• "No Follows? No Problem" by Jim Saric — Musky Hunter's Editor and TV Show Host explains how to attack waters where muskies don't commonly follow lures.
• "6 Tips For a Fast Start" by Steve Heiting — The northern tier of the musky range experience a normal ice-out in 2015. Here's how to make up for time lost and muskies not caught the past two seasons.
• "No Pressure In The Zone" by Sam Ubl — Vertical jigging is the ultimate presentation where muskies rarely see baits.
• "The X Factor" by Tom Gelb — Let's peek into Tom Gelb's boat and find out the lures he carries.
• "Gr8 B8s" by Charles Weiss — Canadian musky guides and anglers discuss eight must-have lures for the Great White North.
• "Venture Into The Abyss" by Ryan McMahon — Open water is the cure for anglers tired for fishing pressure and "resident" muskies.
• "Research Corner: Stocking Strategies" by Jordan Weeks — A look at the factors biologists consider before stocking muskies.

Add in musky news, Jim Saric's editorial, Joe Bucher's Moon Secrets for June and July, Bob Turgeon's Tech Tips, Trophy Tails and Parting Line,  and this is a must-read issue for musky hunters.

Musky Hunter's April/May 2015 issue is packed with cutting-edge articles to get you primed for the opening months of the 2015 musky fishing season. Included is a 3-article special section on fishing rivers for muskies, as well as the first of a 3-part series on improving your musky fishing skills.

Feature articles in this issue include:

• "Up Your Musky Game," by Joe Bucher — The first of a 3-part series on how to improve your personal musky "game." In part 1, Joe discusses boat control.
• "Thou Shalt Not" by Marty Forman — One of the axioms of musky fishing is to not leave fish to find fish. We asked a number of seasoned musky hunters for their opinions on the subject.
• "Extra Effort," by Pete Anderson — The rivers of the Southeast are loaded with early season musky fishing opportunities.
• "A Complex Matter" by Ace Sommerfeld — Rivers hold a series of complexes. Big muskies know all about them, and you should, too.
• "Virginia's Musky Turnpike" by Britt Stoudenmire — Musky populations are booming in Virginia, a place where the season never closes..
• "Scratch The Itch," by Joel DeBoer — A northerner’s guide to traveling south for an early season musky trip.
• "3 Ways To Get An Edge," by Tony Grant — Find edges and you’re sure to find muskies all season long.
• Research Corner: "Just Right," by Jordan Weeks — Researchers discover that muskies really do have a preferred water temperature range.

Add in musky news — including the stories of a number of big muskies, Jim Saric's editorial, Joe Bucher's Moon Secrets for April and May, Bob Turgeon's Tech Tips, the latest in musky gear, and Trophy Tails, and this is a can't-miss issue for musky hunters.

The February/March 2015 issue of Musky Hunter is loaded with cutting-edge articles to get you ready for the 2015 musky fishing season. 

Feature articles in this issue include:

• "Wind, Waves & Musky Location," by Joe Bucher — Muskies take full advantage of the wind’s effects when feeding. Wind also indicates where you should be fishing.
• "The Eddy Factor" by Steve Heiting — A slack water, or eddy area, is almost always the spot-on-the-spot because a big musky can use the advantages of water flow for feeding, without having to fight it.
• "Change Your Day," by Tom Gelb — Simple reminders go a long way when you’re desperate for musky action.
• "TV Tips For Your Personal Best" by Jim Saric — Tactics the author uses to film great television can be used by any musky angler, anywhere.
• "Cold Starts" by Tony Grant — When spring starts late, the conditions can be pretty miserable. However, there are ways to warm yourself with musky catches.
• "You Never Know Until You Go," by Mike Hulbert — When is the best time to go musky fishing? Only the muskies can answer that question, and they won’t do it until you start fishing.
• "Lure Movement: 2 Ideas For 2015," by Gregg Thomas — Vertical jigging and a trolling maneuver could trigger a giant for you in the coming season.
• "Mimic," by Spencer Berman — When somebody gets a ‘hot’ hand, it’s often because of the action or speed imparted to the lure, rather than the lure itself.
• Research Corner: "Tennessee Studies Musky Recruitment," by Steve Pallo — Researchers find that Tennessee's Caney Fork restoration effort is succeeding as muskies reproduce naturally.

Add in musky news, Jim Saric's editorial, Joe Bucher's Moon Secrets for February and March, Bob Turgeon's Tech Tips, Trophy Tails, PMTT tournament coverage, the latest in musky gear, and a Parting Line article about two anglers' reflections on floating the Flambeau River for over 50 years, and this is another must-have issue for musky hunters.

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