Bass anglers develop certain affections for those lures that produce fish for them. Three types in particular are popular and are staples of most tackle boxes geared towards bass fishing. An angler that knows how to fish for bass with plastic worms, topwater lures and crankbaits can cover a lake or pond from top to bottom. Bass at all levels in these waters… read more
Lures are a strong alternative to live bait. Navigating the assortment of different types available does require some knowledge of where to fish with them and how. Once the angler becomes familiar with the many lures at her disposal, she will increase her success rate on the water. read more
Spotted Sea trout are native to the Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic Coasts and inhabit most of the waters adjacent to them as well. Growing up to an average size of 2.5 to 3 lbs. with the occasional monster, known as gator trout, the world record is 17.7 lbs, they can put up quite a fight on light tackle. Catching them with live bait is easy enough but a true te… read more
Lure choice should be the No. 1 concern of any fisherman. Without an effective lure, you are guaranteed to end up with an empty stringer, and you might as well stay home. The good news is, if you stock your tackle box with time-tested and reliable lures, you will be well-equipped to catch fish in almost any environment. read more
When people think of bass fishing they think of early mornings on the water before the sun rises or late evenings, but there are opportunities to catch bass during the day. There are three favorite types of lures to use under the sun. Try tying on a few topwater lures, a jerkbait or stick with a finesse plastic worm. read more
The largemouth bass is an aggressive species of fish that responds well to many types of lures. Largemouth will go after many baits that are designed to resemble different types of prey that bass typically eat. These lures are fished i… read more
The summer months are when bass anglers have many options on approaching their fishing. There are different tactics that are available. Some involve being able to fish areas where lures would normally become hung up. Others' concern wh… read more
Several types of baits are successful at making fish bite. These include live baits as well as artificial lures. Anglers select the bait used for fishing in freshwater and saltwater settings based on experience of what has worked well… read more
Many different baits can tempt a fish into biting. Several species of fish will react positively to certain baits, and anglers will gravitate to those baits that work well for them. Knowing how to use a large selection of baits allows… read more
Monofilament fishing line is the most popular type of line available to anglers. According to the Bass Pro Shops website, statistics show two out of three spools of line purchased are monofilament. read more
Every bass fisherman has his own tricks that can help him to reach his limit of fish. These tricks involve such important techniques as setting the hook the right way in accordance with the lure he is using. Anglers may benefit from ti… read more
Often overlooked, ponds can provide good fishing for bass and other species. Large bass can be found in many small ponds (See Reference 1). The easy access that a pond provides makes it a good choice for a family outing or for introduc… read more
Building a supply of fishing lures means having the right category of lure to cover most any contingency. Generally, this means acquiring terminal tackle that fits the three main strata of the water being fished: topwater, mid depth an… read more
Bass fishermen have a luxury other anglers lack: They can opt for a number of lures to catch their prey. When one type does not attract action, an angler has other options to turn to. Among the best bass lures are topwater lures such a… read more
Walk into a well-stocked bass fishing tackle store and you are met with what seems like miles of fishing rods. At first glance they may all seem alike. Information printed on the rod just adds to the confusion to those unfamiliar with… read more
Bass are aggressive feeders that put up a spirited fight once hooked. The most effective bass lures either imitate common food sources like baitfish, frogs or lizards or produce lots of colorful, flashy movement capable of triggering h… read more
Northern pike are exceptional game fish, known for their propensity to hit lures with heart-stopping ferocity and to engage in epic battles once hooked. But northern pike can also be finicky, so being well-prepared with a variety of lu… read more
Stream fishing for bass requires a similar approach to lake fishing for bass. The angler will find bass in areas with cover and undercut banks and bass will strike aggressively at lures. The best lures can be used to imitate the natura… read more
The Gulf of Mexico is a smaller part of the Atlantic Ocean and is surrounded by the North American Continent including the shorelines of Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana and Texas. As the eleventh largest body of water in the w… read more
Anglers targeting largemouth and smallmouth bass have several options when it comes to what to use for bait. Both live bait and a bevy of artificial baits and lures work well in attracting these members of the sunfish family. In many i… read more
You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
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