25 litre travel backpack Almond Oak: 25L + 5L Expandable That makes the bag suitable for both short day trips and longer trips Atlas 25L Black Carry-On Travel

We drove down to Jacksonville, stayed at a hotel on Jax Beach and got some rest for an early morning

Pro tip: If you are planning to fish from the water, take a look at our guide to Broken Bow Lake rentals, which covers the easiest ways to get out on the lake

Get a bit of forward momentum before you grab the rod out of the holder

J M Gillies were especially well known and regarded for the wide range of excellence and of artificial trout flies

Use your lighter to heat the rod cement for 4-5 seconds and melt it so you can attach it to your rod

Halibut, Lingcod & Rockfish Gear: Bora Jigs in 4oz, 6oz, 8oz, 12oz & 16oz are a compact glow jig with a hoochie skirt and tandem assist hooks, perfect for fishing the reef or deep dropping