August 12, 2026

Striped bass fishing can take anglers through some of the most variable conditions on the water. A spring morning in the Northeast may begin with cold wind and spray. A Chesapeake Bay trolling trip may involve wet decks, live bait, fish slime, rain, and hours of standing. A fall striper run can bring cold temperatures,…

Salmon fishing often happens in exactly the kind of weather that makes anglers appreciate waterproof footwear. Cold mornings, steady rain, river spray, wet landing nets, fish slime, muddy boat ramps, and hours of standing can turn an ordinary pair of sneakers into a cold, uncomfortable problem long before the fishing day ends. That is especially…