How many times have you caught a bunch of bass one day; returned the following day after the passage of a front, and were shut out? Plain and simple, tougher fishing often follows frontal passages. Learn some things to do to keep the fish biting.
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Fishing bass tournament “release sites” has put a lot of fish in my boat. However, not every release site will guarantee results. Here’s what to look for in a good release area.
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Spooling line is one of the many “little” things needing a fisherman’s attention. At a glance, it appears to be a simple task; but if done wrong, it can result in frustration and headaches. Now that’s the last thing we want when on the water! Here’s how to do it right.
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There isn’t a fisherman alive that hasn’t broken their line while in the heat of battle with a fish. Somebody once told me, “fish don’t break fishing lines, fisherman do.” Over the years I’ve realized that this fisherman was dead on with his assessment. Here are some tips on getting the most out of your line.
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Catching bass from deep water can sometimes lead to problems successfully releasing the fish. Here are some tips from GuideOutdoors bass pro Jim Moynagh on how to revive fish to get them to live to fight another day.
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With so many different types of fishing line available today, what does a fishermen really need for bass fishing applications? The choices used to be limited to about three or four brands. But now, one company alone may offer six or seven different types of line. Here are some tips to remember before you purchase your next spool of line.
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Do scents really help catch bass? Our bass expert Jim Moynagh says when he puts on seminars, it’s a question that pops up at almost every one. Jim will tell you when to use scents to help increase your odds… and when not to!
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GuideOutdoors bass pro Jim Moynagh discusses finding productive rock piles. Because the rock piles he’s talking about are not visible above the surface, a great deal of time may have to be invested before finding one that draws groups of bass. Here’s how to get started.
Obviously, not all rock piles are the same. Right now, I could go out to my local lake and fish all the “wrong” piles and catch just a few little ones.
What makes some rock piles draw bass, while others don’t? Once you have seen and experienced excellent rock pile fishing, you’ll notice that good rock piles have some things in common. Learn about these features to increase your odds the next time you’re out on the lake.
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