Building your own fishing rods can be a great wintertime hobby for anglers who like to work with their hands. I started building rods in the early 1970s. Back then, rods were made from fiberglass ...

Instructor Jerry Guinn says you can build your own custom fishing rod for as little as $100.

Well, that's not entirely true. There are still people who make their own fishing tackle-rods, lures, etc., relying on old-fashioned techniques for a custom-made feel and top-notch quality.

If you've ever thought about building your own fishing rod from scratch, the Recreational Ministries group at Whitesburg Baptist Church can give you the opportunity. The group will conduct a 10 ...

"I do quite a bit of fishing, so it's pretty awesome getting to make your own fishing rod," sophomore Ryan Malmstrom, 15, said.

Interested local residents can soon go fishing with a professional-grade fishing rod that they made themselves. The Winnebago County Conservation Board will be offering a fishing rod building class to ...