May 4, 2011
When I’m working a small backwater or stream, I scan the shore to see what the other animals are doing. Are the herons feeding, are they […]
Looking to land more bass? Our collection of bass fishing tips covers tackle, equipment, techniques and seasonal ideas for largemouth, smallmouth and spotted bass. Whether you’re just starting out or fine-tuning your approach, these quick tips are designed to give you practical ideas you can use on the water.
May 4, 2011
When spooling up a reel while on the water, most anglers keep the new line coming off the spool tight by running it through their hand […]
May 4, 2011
Many bites occur when a lure first lands. Control of your lure at this time is extremely important. Achieving control of the lure upon its entry […]
May 4, 2011
It’s so important to pay attention to the weather, especially in the summer. The most recent weather report is vital to planning a day of bass […]
May 4, 2011
Be courteous to folks fishing. Idle when close to another angler fishing where you want to run. Give ground to an angling angler. These things will […]
May 4, 2011
Evaluating your hook-up ratio can improve your catching. When a bass goes after a swimming target he is 70% successful. When a bass goes after a […]
May 4, 2011
When fishing a spinnerbait and getting short strikes try cutting the skirt down. This gives the bait a smaller profile and does not hurt the action […]
May 4, 2011
One of the best places to catch bass, especially in an unfamiliar body of water, are the docks, points, or other structures nearest to the launch […]
May 4, 2011
Parallel cranking is one of the most effective techniques when covering narrow flats, rip-rap or gently sloping banks. Not only does it keep your bait in […]