Fishing season is officially here! Wisconsin and Minnesota are open for fishing business. Are you ready for your summer on the water?

Benefits of Fishing

Fishing with friends, family, or even by yourself can be a great way to unwind from the stressors of everyday life. When out with friends or family you can really begin to strengthen relationships through a common hobby. If you don’t like going to the gym to get active, fishing can be a great way to get active. Fishing burns calories and gets you out into nature which mentally and physically stimulates the mind, body, and soul.

Important Equipment

Your fishing equipment really does matter. We’ve broken down some of the basic equipment that fisherman rely on to make the best catches.

Reel

To each his own is a saying that works for many different situations and decisions. The same goes for what reel will work best for your fishing style. The right reel can help you on your way to catching exactly what you want. The reel pictured is the Abu Garcia Silver Max Spinning Reel is available at Pawn America for $39.99

Rod

When casting, it’s important to have the right rod. You want to be as accurate as possible when considering the distance and location of where you’re placing your bait. The rod pictured is the Daiwa AccuDepth 47LC Reel W/ Firewolf DR962H 9'6" Heavy 12-30lb. Rod is available at Pawn America for $99.99

Trolling Monitor

A great way to help move your boat move into the perfect location quietly and with ease. The trolling monitor pictured is the Minn Kota Powerdrive V2 Bow-Mount Trolling Motor and available for in-store pick up at Pawn America for $449.99.

Sonar/GPS Monitor

This tool allows for a more accurate understanding of what is going on underneath the water. It gives you the ability to see fish, land, and GPS coordinates of where you are, where you’re going, and how to get you home. The Sonar/GPS Monitor pictured is the Hummingbird ONIX 10CI Combo Digital Sonar/GPS Mapping is on sale at Pawn America for $849.94.

Government Rules and Regulations

Don’t forget, it’s always important to make sure you are following all of the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) rules and regulations while out on the water. State laws vary and it’s important to make sure fish species and the ability to go fishing will be around for generations to come.

Links to Minnesota and Wisconsin’s DNR websites are listed below:

https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/

https://dnr.wi.gov/

Stop by Pawn America online or in-store for some of the best deals on fishing equipment today and start enjoying your summer out on the lake!