Bass fishing does not have to come screeching to a halt just because the calendar says it's winter. By changing some of the ways they fish, anglers still have success catching largemouths when the weather gets cold. Bass experts will note how largemouths react and then adjust their tactics accordingly. read more
Fishing for bass on open water in the winter requires patience. Cold weather causes bass to go into a lethargic state in which their metabolism slows down considerably. However, there are ways to coax bass to bite on various lures and there are ways to catch them through the ice. read more
Bass fishing in the winter can be a challenging task. The right lures and presentations are a must to lure strikes out of the slow wary winter bass. Colder water temperatures slow down the body function of fish, making it harder to entice a strike. The favorable bass fishing conditions of bright sunlight and vegetation blooms of summer are lacking during… read more
Winter fishing means battling cold weather and cold water and trying to entice cold bass. The metabolism of these game fish slows as the mercury goes down, meaning the tactics that proved successful in the spring, summer and fall will not work. Patience, understanding what bass are looking for and being able to trick them with certain lures can result in an… read more
Fishing for bass in the winter can be tough because of their lethargic behavior. They tend to feed for only a few hours because of the cold water temperatures, which means less time for you to have a chance to catch them. The right lure and presentation can make all the difference in winter bass fishing, so testing lures is a must in order to find somethin… read more
Fishing for bass can result in some large catches, but you can't expect to see those catches right away. It usually takes years of experience and regular fishing, or you can just learn some tips that the pros use to help them stay at t… read more
Fishing is a great outdoors activity. Many recreational anglers target a specific species. Already famous for its fishing overall, Idaho is becoming an increasing popular state for bass fishing. When fishing for bass in Idaho there are… read more
In cold water, bass are sluggish and slow on the strike. The best cold-water baits must sink quickly and have extra motion on a slow retrieve. Baits should be more colorful than warm-water baits. This will help them stand out and grab… read more
During the cold winter months it is sometimes a struggle to get outdoors. However, by staying indoors you may be missing out on some really good bass fishing. Many people don't bother to throw the first lure until the warmer months whe… read more
Productive fishing for salmon, carp or bass depends widely on many factors such as the season, weather, fishing grounds, equipment and your own experience and knowledge of the fish. Angling techniques are often very localized; for exam… read more
Bass are less active during winter months when temperatures are low; however, slow reactivity doesn't necessarily equate to fewer strikes. Using rigs and cast-and-retrieval techniques designed specifically for winter applications, you… 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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