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Versatility at a Premium For Fall Largemouths

Oct 25, 2015 - I've learned that the key to success is to be versatile. Here are some tips to catch largies in the fall!

Targeting Boat Docks For Bass in Natural Lakes

Sep 20, 2015 - I've learned how to fish boat docks for bass on the many natural lakes. Here are some tips on how to fish them...

Awesome Bass Fishing Without a Boat!

Aug 19, 2015 - You don't need a $50,000 bass boat to catch quality bass thanks to canoes, kayaks and float tubes!

Bass Fishing: Jig Versus Worm

Jul 22, 2015 - Two lure categories with an overlap are jigs and plastic worms -- so when do you tie on a jig vs. a worm?

Finding Bass in a Sea of Green

Jul 2, 2015 - Try to keep these six guidelines in mind when trying to find productive spots for bass in a sea of green.

Milking Schools of Summer Largemouth Bass

Jun 23, 2015 - Have you ever caught a bunch of bass right away -- and then caught nothing? Here's what's worked for me.

Swim Jigs are Versatile, Efficient, and Easy

Sep 18, 2017 - Swim jigs are very versatile and easy to use!

For Success With Smallmouth Bass, Look At Their Prey

Sep 12, 2017 - Understanding the meal your smallmouths are chasing will bring you several steps closer to catching them.

Hollow-Bodied Frogs and Surface Weeds

Jun 26, 2017 - One of the best lures to catch bass from shallow thick weeds is the hollow-bodied, floating frog

Selecting a Spinnerbait

May 16, 2017 - The spinnerbait has been around since nearly the dawn of bass tournaments!

The Advantages of Sidescanning Fishfinders

May 9, 2017 - Here are some factors to consider before purchasing a fishfinder with sidescanning technology.

The Expanding World of Plastic Worm Rigs

Mar 21, 2017 - As the sport of bass fishing progresses, the techniques we use continue to evolve.

Pan-Seared Fish With Thai Cucumber Salad

Nov 26, 2015 - For best results, make the cucumber salad part a day before or even the morning of and put it in the fridge.

Two-Layer Fish Tostada

Oct 30, 2015 - The choice of fish is entirely up to you. This dish works with pretty much any variety.

Sautéed Fish With Brown Butter Caper Sauce

Oct 22, 2015 - Use lots of butter! This is great with any light-fleshed fish.

Habanero Slaw For Fish Tacos

Oct 6, 2015 - Alabama’s chef Joe Shaw created this great slaw with just enough habanero pepper to heat it up a few degrees...

Fish With Green Chile Vinaigrette

Sep 28, 2015 - This spirited vinaigrette is great on just about anything. I like it with grilled fish and warm tortillas.

Marinated Grilled Fish

Sep 24, 2015 - If you rub your fish with some decent olive oil, it’ll improve the flavor and help keep it from sticking.

Former President Bush, Sr. Named to Bass Fishing Hall of Fame

Nov 25, 2015 - The Bass Fishing Hall of Fame Board of Directors announced they would honor President George H.W. Bush!

Thousands of Iowa Boat Owners Need to Verify Hull ID Numbers

Nov 10, 2015 - Boat hull identification number in Iowa do not comply with Coast Guard regulations.

Minnesota DNR: Mille Lacs Walleye Limit 1; Night Muskie, Bow Fishing Allowed

Apr 9, 2015 - The Minnesota DNR announced that Mille Lacs Lake anglers will be able to keep only one walleye this season.

Guide Outdoors' Bass Expert Moynagh Wins $10K at FLW Event

Apr 3, 2015 - Guide Outdoors' fishing expert Jim Moynagh finished in 25th place in a field of 154 at a tournament.

State Record Largemouth Caught in Tennessee

Feb 16, 2015 - Gabe Keen hauled in a 15.2-pound largemouth bass February 13 and that is a new Volunteer State record!

Take a Vet Fishing brings over 130 vets to Lake Waubesa

Jun 13, 2014 - On one boat alone there were veterans from WWII, Korea, Vietnam and the Gulf War.

Zebco ZR33 Rhino 6-foot Telecast Spincast Combo

Jul 31, 2015 - The telescoping Zebco ZR33 Rhino 6-foot Telecast Spincast Combo comes pre-spooled with 10-pound line!

Fenwick AETOS 6-foot, 6-inch Medium/ Light Shallow Crank Casting Rod

Jul 23, 2015 - Fenwick’s AETOS 6-foot, 6-inch Casting Rod has Fuji Skeleton reel seats and deep-pressed titanium guides.

Zebco 808 Spincast Reel

Jul 19, 2015 - Zebco's 808 spincast reel is simple to use, and comes pre-spooled with 100 yards of 20-pound-test line!

Shimano Sonora Spinning Reel

Jul 13, 2015 - Shimano's Sonora spinning reel boasts four shielded stainless steel ball bearings and Varispeed oscillation.

Jimmy Houston Fish Hunter Medium-action Pro Dx Combo

May 3, 2015 - The Jimmy Houston Fish Hunter Pro Dx Combo has smooth-handling, premium aluminum-oxide line guides.

Abu Garcia Abumatic 6-foot Spincast Combo

Apr 27, 2015 - Abu Garcia Abumatic Spincast Combo includes a pre-spooled reel and two-piece graphite rod.

Gear Review: Guide Gear Men's Fisherman's 3 Eye Boat Shoes

Apr 28, 2017 - Built for the demands of hardcore anglers.

This 2-lb. Bass Had a Full Crawdad in its Mouth

May 12, 2015 - Nature's greediest eater strikes again.

9-lb. Bass Goes Airborne [VIDEO]

Jun 2, 2014 - This bass takes to the skies in search of his next meal.

Bass Eats Dangling Frog [VIDEO]

Aug 10, 2016 - Playing keep-away works wonders.

Surprise! It's a Vicious Topwater Strike [VIDEO]

Mar 30, 2016 - That's a heart attack waiting to happen.

Adorable Girl Catches 5-lb. Bass on Her Barbie Pole While Dad Cheers Her On [VIDEO]

Sep 25, 2015 - Dad and daughter out on the water, making memories,