Onshore Fishing
Onshore fishing involves standing on the shore and casting from the ground into the water. New and beginner fishermen often disregard this because they think the best fishing is on the water. In actuality, some species of bass, including white bass and large mouth bass, prefer the shallower waters near the land. You should not forget about these areas when you are fishing.
Lure Movement
When you cast out, the biggest mistake that you can make is in leaving your lure sitting in the water. This is a common mistake with newer fishermen who assume that the fish will still respond to the bait. You need to tug the lure back and forth in the water, even making fast movements that cause the lure to jerk in the water. This tricks the bass into thinking that the lure is alive and encourages them to bite down on it.
Vegetation
Several varieties of bass prefer areas with vegetation and other things that give them hiding spots underwater. The only time they leave these areas is when they are feeding. This spots are typically located in shallow areas of the water, but you may find some in deeper areas. Casting your line directly into the overgrown spots may help you catch more fish.
Fish Finder
Once you get serious about fishing for bass, you should invest in a fish finder. This electronic device works on smaller boats and larger boats and is helpful if you are fishing in the deeper areas of the water. The finder uses sonar to register fish under the water and identify spots where fish are hiding. You can also identify tree stumps, debris, vegetation and other areas underwater where the fish might hide.
