As a child growing up in the small town of Tomball, about 35 miles northwest of Houston, Trey Kistler loved fishing so much that he would illicitly cast for bass in private ponds in his suburban ...

For 5 Questions this week, the Herald speaks to Adam Omlid, who runs Aro Custom Rods, from his home in Grand Forks. A: It’s not my full-time job, it started out as a hobby. I started it about seven ...

Fishing is more than just a hobby for many—it’s a lifestyle. Whether you’re a casual angler or a seasoned pro, having the right tools and equipment is essential for success on the water. One often ...

It was familiar fishing advice in an unusual setting. Because I wasn’t standing on a boat, but in the shop of Snake River Custom Rods owners Ricky and Goldie Prieto. And the line I was keeping tight ...

Rob Horken might best be remembered as "Ernie the Angler," his longtime alter ego who did weekly summer fishing reports on WDAZ-TV Channel 8 in Grand Forks, but in retirement, Horken keeps his feet in ...

One of the interesting things in talking with many of these makers—aside from the competitive nature of the business—is that there is a good deal of sharing of ...

Finding your passion in life is everyone’s goal and if you’re lucky enough, you can sometimes figure it out at a young age. For Christian Bueter, he discovered that building and wrapping fishing rods ...

CHISHOLM — If there’s ever a tornado warning for this Iron Range town, Mike Lesch will likely be safe. That’s because he already spends a lot of time in his basement shop, where he turns drab sticks ...

Mauston fishing enthusiasts looking for a custom fishing rod don’t have to travel far. Mike Taake makes custom fishing rods from his basement workshop in Mauston, a craft he’s refined for 35 years.

DULUTH — In the dusky, dusty basement of his West Duluth home — don’t forget to duck going down the stairs — Ed Forrestal works his magic with plastic and metal, epoxy and paint. Forrestal is the ...