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Best Baits for Smallmouth Bass in Summer

By: Thomas Wyatt

Smallmouth bass are ravenous fish that feed on minnows, insect larvae and adults, crayfish, frogs, and at times, even small mammals. Following are lures that catch them. more...

Fishing for Bass in Muddy Water

By: Thomas Wyatt

Largemouth bass often live in murky waters, or feed after a steady rain. Although it is harder for the fish to see lures in murky water, it is not too hard to catch bass. more...

Using Crankbaits for Bass in the Summer

By: Thomas Wyatt

In the summer, largemouth bass aggressively feed on whatever they can fit in their mouths. In the shallows, using floating crankbaits proves to be a successful strategy. more...

Fishing for Bass in Farm Ponds

By: Thomas Wyatt

Farm ponds are often small, but they generally hold large bass. These fish are not as finicky as bass in larger lakes, which makes them easier to catch. more...

Best Places to Fish for Smallmouth Bass

By: Thomas Wyatt

Smallmouth bass are undoubtedly one of the strongest freshwater fish in the world. These fish are any angler's dream, and they are available in a number of locations. more...

Best Bass Baits For June

By: Thomas Wyatt

In June, the waters have warmed, and largemouth bass are more aggressive than they were in the previous few months. There are a variety of lures that catch fish in June. more...

The Carolina Rig

By: Thomas Wyatt

Soft plastic baits are often the most productive lures for both largemouth and smallmouth bass, and one easy ways to rig these lures is in the Carolina style. more...

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