2026-10-12Yellow Perch Fishing for Beginners: Gear, Techniques, and Where to Catch Them
New to perch fishing? Learn the light gear you need, easy techniques, and where to find schools of yellow perch from shore or a boat.
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Practical reads for choosing gear with a little more confidence.
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2026-10-12Fall Yellow Perch Fishing: Where to Find Them and What to Throw
Fall can bring big schools of yellow perch. Learn where they move as water cools, the best baits and gear, and how to catch them from shore or a boat.
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2026-10-12Best Rod and Reel for Yellow Perch: How to Choose the Right Setup
Choosing a perch rod and reel? Learn the right length, power, reel size, and line for yellow perch, with notes for fishing from shore or a boat.
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The best baits and lures for yellow perch, from small jigs and minnows to spoons and drop shot rigs, plus when to use each from shore or a boat.
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