In the United States, carp are mostly considered “trash fish.” These non-native bottom feeders were introduced to our country centuries ago and have adapted and thrived so well that they exist in ...

There are two perceptions of common carp among anglers in the United States. One group believes that carp are dumb and that nothing could be easier than going after them. They believe that learning ...

Carp get mixed reviews in this country. Some anglers — more than people may even realize — are obsessed with them. If you assess these bottom feeders based purely on the sizes they reach and the ...

How do you feel about common carp? No doubt, they have their zealots in the U.S., some of whom chase them with fly rods, while others use bite alarms, boilies, and specialty rigs adopted from the ...

Carp are probably the most misunderstood fish in our local water. I’d venture a guess that the common carp is the most disliked fish that swims. Why? Many people dislike them because they label them ...

Dan Shipp explains why he wouldn’t be without maggots when the temperatures plummet ...

Have more faith in single hookbaits this winter and you will catch more carp!