I created this video as a live seminar on my YouTube channel "Trophy.fish Outdoors". I will do a refreshed version very soon with a lot of the content being on the water. For now this is a good start. Watch it on YouTube or directly here.

I’ve been fishing since I was five or six years old.What started as a kid holding a rod on the bank turned into a lifelong pursuit that has taken me across the world—from California to Dubai—fishing both fresh and saltwater, from shore, kayaks, boats, and even as a guide. Over the years, I’ve been fortunate to learn directly from some of the best anglers out there. Tournament fishermen, seasoned guides, offshore captains, hardcore kayak anglers, and everyday people who simply know how to put fish in the boat consistently. What I learned early on is this: There is no single “right” way to fish—but there are proven fundamentals, shared patterns, and hard-earned lessons that can dramatically shorten the learning curve. That’s why I started Everything Fishing. What This Community Is About This isn’t a highlight-reel group or a place for ego.It’s a practical, experience-driven community where anglers of all levels can learn, share, and improve. Inside Everything Fishing, we cover topics like: - The Basics – Techniques, fundamentals, and questions every angler has (no matter how long you’ve been fishing) - The Gear – Rods, reels, electronics, kayaks, boats, and what actually matters vs. marketing hype - Bank Fishing – Because not everyone has a boat—and you can still catch great fish - Kayak Fishing – Setup, safety, tactics, and real-world lessons from the water - Boat Fishing – Freshwater and saltwater strategies, electronics, and efficiency - Charter & Guide Fishing – What to expect, how to learn faster, and how guides really approach water - Finding Fishing Spots – Reading water, seasonal patterns, travel fishing, and exploration - Bait and Tackle – When to keep it simple and when details matter - Cleaning & Cooking Your Catch – Respecting the fish from water to table - General Discussion – Stories, questions, wins, losses, and lessons learned Why I’m Doing This After decades of fishing—and guiding—I’ve realized the most valuable knowledge doesn’t come from YouTube clips or product ads. It comes from shared experience, mistakes, and conversations on the water.