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Andy Whitcomb is an outdoor writer who has been featured in such magazines as Oklahoma Today, Farm and Ranch Living, Boating World, and Paddling Buyers Guide. Currently, his humor column appears in Kayak Angler magazine.

He has received Excellence In Craft Awards by the Outdoor Writers' Association of America in magazine, column, blog, and photography categories.

Since 2011, he has been sharing weekly tips, observations, and stories as a multi-species angler and blogger for www.TakeMeFishing.org.

This week's post (December 11, 2018):
"A One Day Boating License?"

To reach Andy with a fish story, comment, or suggestion:

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"Just Keep Reeling" A collection of Andy Whitcomb's articles, stories, and columns.
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Reviews:

“I'm going to leave the field of outdoor humor writing to you. I'm sure it will be in good hands.”
Patrick McManus, author of many books including, THE HORSE IN MY GARAGE

"The great thing about Andy Whitcomb is he sees things about fishing we tend to overlook- his "outside of the box" style is what makes him so special as a writer. True breath of fresh air!!!!"
Mark Zona, TV Personality, Host of “Zona’s Awesome Fishing Show.”

"Andy Whitcomb has a clever way of looking at seemingly mundane subjects and giving them an interesting spin. His talents as a storyteller have made him one of my favorite writers. I eagerly anticipate every funny and heart-warming tale."
Keith “Catfish” Sutton, author of several books including “The Crappie Fishing Handbook” and “Out There Fishing”)

“Andy Whitcomb knows the three Fs: fishing, family, and fun. His columns for Oklahoma Today combined all three in ways that made us, and our readers, smile every time.”
Steffie Corcoran, Editor, Oklahoma Today Magazine

"I think you are probably the best columnist we've had. And definitely the most funny."
Megan Rossman, Associate Editor, Oklahoma Today Magazine

"Absolutely a new and different point of view and perspective. Your style of writing reminds me a lot of Bill Bryson."
Eric Engbretson, Underwater Photographer

(Updated: 12-11-18)

382. "A One Day Boating License?"

381. "What is needed to get a fishing license"

380. "3 Examples of Fish Restoration in the U.S."

379. "Red Snapper Factors"

378. "Ice Fishing for Brown Trout"

377. "Saltwater Rigs"

376. "Boat Insurance"

375. "Toccoa River Fly Fishing"

374. "Reporting Boating Accidents"

373. "Fish Contamination"

372. "Wonders of Wildlife Museum"

371. "Conservation Strategies"

370. "Boating Licenses"

369. "Fly Fishing Safety"

368. "Recreational Saltwater Fishing Permit"

367. "Family Fun Fishing Trips"

366. "Getting a Boating License"

365. "Best Braid Knot"

364. "Boat Safety for Kids 101"

363. "Boating in the Midwest"

362. "Fishing Northern California"

361. "San Diego Tuna"

360. "Beginner Fly Rods"

359. "Safety when Fishing from Rocks"

358. "This Year's Bassmaster Classic"

357. "Trout Spawning Seasons"

356. "Boat Safety"

355. "Potomac River Fishing"

354. "Bullheads!"

353. "Live Bait for Bass"

352. "Bottom Fishing Rigs"

351. "Chicago Fly Fishing?"

350. "Springize Your Boat Motor"

349. "Ice Fishing Vacations?"

348. "Grouper!"

347. "Folsom Lake, California"

346. "A Fish Conservation Policy"

345. "Beginner Rod and Reel Combos"

344. "Portable Ice Fishing Shelters"

343. "Winter Catfishing Tips"

342. "Austin, TX Bass Fishing"

341. "Winter Boat Ready?"

340. "3 Best Crappie Lures"

339. "Lake Tahoe Boating"

338. "Choosing Fall Steelhead Techniques"

337. "Ocean Conservation"

336. "Best Times to Catch Catfish"

335. "Boat Safety Kit"

334. "Fall Bass Lures"

333. "Trout Fishing Rigs"

332. "Shad Imitating Lures"

331. "Chesapeake Bay Fishing"

330. "Fish Identification Tips"

(For more archived posts, go to "Articles")

video:

Best Time to Fish for Steelhead

Interview by www.docktalk365.com

"Quickfire Interview" with the Outdoor Blogger Network

http://www.outdoorbloggernetwork.com/2011/12/09/quick-fire-outdoor-blogger-interview/

Photo by James Overstreet at the 2010 Classic media day
http://a.espncdn.com//winnercomm/outdoors/bassmaster/classic/2010/mediaday/MRK38580.jpg

Signature piece, "Bass Thumb, the Finer Points" in 2007 Outdoor Oklahoma

http://www.wildlifedepartment.com/facts_maps/archives/AG/2007anglerguide.pdf

Interview by Chase Rheam of the Stillwater NewsPress:
http://www.stwnewspress.com/local/x1221299187/Andy-Whitcomb-shares-humor-knowledge-in-statewide-magazine

Interviewing anglers at the 2010 Bassmaster Classic, behind Skeet Reese at the end of this commercial:

http://www.worldfishingnetwork.com/videos/channels/wfn-world-fishing-network/great-day-for-fishing-competition-pt-1-17388.aspx

Recognized as an influential outdoor writer, he was invited to speak on story-telling at 100th meeting of the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies.

He also presents his perspective of the fishing method evolution, "The Caste System" to universities and schools.

Thanks for your support!

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"Feel my skills, donkey, donkey, donkey, donkey."

Thanks, Dave!

With Brandon Palaniuk at 2013 Bassmaster Classic.
Thanks, James Overstreet!

photo by Dean Andrews

"Is my wallet missing?"

    Thanks, Mike!

       Thanks, Z!


       Thanks, Jarrett!


Opening Day of trout in PA. Released after photo.

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