The slender profile resembles a shad, and the shimmy of the stick bait as it falls ... For a deep dive on the wacky rig, check out this great video from my friend Flukemaster. How to Fish a Wacky Rig ...

It’s been a tough winter. No question. But when winter finally loosens its icy grip on the land and redbuds bloom on ...

Stripers should be around the shad, but not all shad schools ... Cold days are better for doing tackle maintenance than fishing, Wenners said. Clean rod guides with vinegar, clean lures and ...

Local shad fishing veterans agree there needs to be ... Rusty Held, owner of Rusty Balls Tackle & Guide Service and treasurer for the Delaware River Shad Fishermen’s Association, agrees.