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Find out why some bass fishermen have more success than others. more...
Saugeye Fishing in U.S. Midwest Lakes and Reservoirs
Saugeye are a hybrid produced by a male sauger and a female walleye. Usually infertile, these fish are popular with game fishermen and fishery managers despite some risk more...
Bass are one of the most popular of fresh water game fish. Here's how to tell them apart - Largemouth, Smallmouth, Striped, Spotted, Kentucky, and Redeye Bass. more...
A variety of factors affect the numbers of walleye in Lake Erie, giving hope for a rebound for this popular fishing attraction. more...
Municipal parks, suburban ponds, and urban riversides are overlooked fishing holes. more...
Bring in the bass with those tried and true producers from years gone by. more...
When water temperatures exceed 60 degrees Fahrenheit, largemouth bass become active. more...
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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...
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...
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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