February 24th, 2021: Back for round two of “Fishing In A New Place” with your host and multi-species angler, Tim. In the previous edition, we talked about my approach to dissecting a new water body. We discussed checking online reports, speaking with locals, and embracing the fish species most available. The last line rings especially true for me since I’ve …
2 Anglers Step Onto Sketchy Ice And End Up Floating Down River
Officials on scene said the current was moving so slow, it was easy for rescue crew divers to rescue the men using a rapid deployable craft. The divers got the men off their mattress, which was on top of an ice sheet — and on to land. There were no injuries reported and both men were able to get to …
How To Find The Best Fishing Spots In The Phoenix Area
February 12th, 2021: Two weeks ago, the lease for my apartment in Chicago ended; I packed my bags, grabbed one last slice of pizza, and said goodbye to my beloved neighborhood of Bridgeport. Next stop, Phoenix, Arizona. My cousin Charlie lives just outside of the city, and he invited me to crash on his couch for the next month. With …
The Best Bass Casting Rod Under $100: One Go-To Pole That Can Do It All
Written By: John Neporadny What is the best bass casting rod under $100?, don’t worry, we’ll get to that but let’s start here: While fishing with Rick Clunn a couple times I discovered the Bassmaster superstar relies on only one baitcast rod for most of his bass fishing techniques. Clunn told me in his early bass club days that he …
Canadian Angler Wins 100K Catching Smallmouth While The Competition Went For Largemouth
Canadian angler and smallmouth savant Jeff Gustafson hoisted the big blue B.A.S.S. Elite Series trophy over his head this past weekend in Knoxville, Tennessee. Jeff, known as “Gussy” won the second Elite Series event of the season on the famed Tennessee River. When anglers think of the Tennessee River Valley in March, it’s often about prespawn largemouth bass. This robust …
Women in Fishing: Creating Their Own Space In The Fishing Industry
Written/Compiled by Tierra Goldston & Zoë DePreta In honor of Women’s History Month, we have decided to highlight and honor some of the “firsts” for female anglers. Below is a list of some of the highlights, but this certainly isn’t an exhaustive list, and there are plenty more firsts that have yet to be had! Kim Bain-Moore Kim, listed by …
How To Catch More Panfish From The Bank In The Winter
Cold winter temperatures can make it tough to get out and catch bass, but it makes for a perfect opportunity to hit the bank and catch some panfish. For anglers living near open water during the winter months, bank fishing for slab panfish can be the best way to spend the afternoon. Watch Andrew Nordbye break down baits from a …
5 Early Spring Bass Lures That NEVER Let Me Down
Spring is just around the corner, and to me, that means one thing: BIG. FAT. BASS. After a long winter, I’m patiently waiting for the ability to start slinging baits and ripping lips. I’ve spent hours in the garage this winter stocking, organizing, and tweaking my fishing tackle for the upcoming season. With hundreds of lures to choose from, deciding …
Wisconsin Ice Anglers Fist Fight Over A Fishing Spot
TOWN OF BRADLEY, WI (WSAU) — Sheriff’s Officers in Lincoln County found themselves breaking up a fight between two groups over ice fishing territory on a lake in the Town of Bradley last week. Deputies were called out twice to Deer Lake after a group of fishermen complained about harassment that eventually turned into a physical altercation. Officers eventually cited …
California’s Biggest Crappie: Bass Angler Sets A New Record While Fishing On Clear Lake
David Burruss, owner of Clear Lake Outdoors in Lakeport, California, just broke the state record crappie when he reeled in 4.33-pound black crappie out of the Northern California’s fishing crown jewel, Clear Lake. The Lake Country Record-Bee reported that David was bass fishing with a 4-inch soft plastic swimbait when the record-setting crappie swiped his lure. Clear lake receives an incredible amount of fishing pressure and …
The 6 Best Prespawn Baits To Throw Before Bass Are Bedding
Early spring is game-on for most bass anglers in the country. Fish are in full-on pre-spawn mode and feeding aggressively while they wait for the water to warm enough to do their thing. If you can bear the sometimes fickle spring weather, you’re more than likely to find success fishing any of these six lures. Think of each lure on this list …
Alex Peric Goes Ice Fishing In Texas Live On An International News Station
Fisherman and YouTube personality Alex Peric took full advantage of the blistering cold that recently swept through the South by ice fishing in Texas! Alex, the owner of Frostbite Lures, spoke with the international media powerhouse known as the BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation) while ice fishing on a small lake near his Dallas area home. During the exchange, Alex addresses the unseasonable weather, …