"It had been at least 10 years since I launched a flat-bottomed boat. Years of fishing seem to push every angler toward high-end fiberglass and electronics. However, the second I found myself back on ...

DAVE: I have fished the James for about 50 years in a 12-foot Jon boat, and it has served me well. I would choose a Jon boat over a canoe because of its stability and roominess. Canoes are easier to ...