I Work To Afford Fishing, I Fish To ForgetAbout Work

Florida is home to some of the best freshwater fishing in the country, with thousands of lakes scattered across the state. From well-known giants like Lake Okeechobee to smaller hidden gems, there’s no shortage of great spots to cast a line. To make this list as accurate and helpful as possible, I reached out to local fishermen, talked with guides.

Haley with a boat day beauty under the sun 🎣

Arkansas boasts some of the finest trout streams in the country, drawing anglers with their scenic beauty and abundant fish. As an avid fisherman, I’ve spent countless hours casting lines in these waters, but to create a definitive guide, I knew I needed a broader perspective. I reached out to local anglers, whose deep knowledge of the state’s rivers and creeks added invaluable insights to this article.

I work to afford fishing, I fish to forget about work. It's the circle of life.

New record striper from the Lower Flint River—absolute unit! 🎣

Do the world a favor. Don't give your 6-year-old a smartphone. Teach them to dig up worms and catch fish.

The world needs more tackle boxes and less X-Boxes 🎣

Hooked this beauty… and I’m not just talking about the fish 😉

Proof that camo and curves can both hook a big one 🎣