Abstract: Radio-controlled fishing apparatus is provided including a hand-held radio signal generator which is integrally formed with a telescoping fishing rod. A fishing line extends from the rod to a miniature boat which includes a radio signal receiver and an electric motor which drives a propeller. The method of use includes guiding the boat to a suitable fishing location or along a trolling route by the radio signal generator whereupon a fish striking the attached bait can be manually reeled in, along with the boat. A slip attachment connected to the fishing line allows the line to quickly release from the boat thereby freeing the line as the fish is played, but allowing the boat to be simultaneously returned to the operator with the fish.