Bass Fishing Articles
**NEW**Bass Boats of Old
My Bass boat may up there in years, but like her owner, she is not old! We
don’t feel old! We are always ready to get out on the water
again and again!
more about bass boats of old
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Off Shore Largemouth
Many Largemouth anglers limit themselves to the lake’s shore to pursue
bucket mouth. But limiting ourselves to shoreline structures alone can
also limit the live well numbers.
more about off shore largemouth
Early Season Smallmouth
Finding Smallmouth Bass can be challenging at the best of times. But there
is one window of opportunity that both shore and boat anglers can take advantage
of.
more about smallmouth
Bass Opener
For this Bass angler the opener was a success! And we worked hard
for it. We were armed with a few products in hand. Some recent, some not
so recent, but still a few of the old traditional products worked.
more about this year's bass opener
Bass Conservation
During our outing we thought we would try our luck at Pike fishing. No sooner
did the baits hit the water; we had an Ontario Ministry boat on our tail!
learn more about bass conservation
Bass Finding Tactics
Many anglers stick to one lake, because they get to know it and think it
will help them do well in up-coming tournaments. But myself, I love the
adventure! Staring at maps of new lakes, and then exploring the areas penciled
to see the outcome!
learn more about bass finding
tactics
Bass Fishing from Shore
Fishing for Bass from shore is nothing new to me! In fact, that is where
most of my learning and experimenting took place. Whether it’s a local
pond, river, reservoir or large inland lake you can find Bass.
learn more about bass fishing
from shore
Top Water Fishing for Bass
Unlike other Bass fishing techniques, top water fishing is in a ‘league’
of its own. It is all sight and sound. Taking your eyes off your bait could
mean a lost fish.
learn more about top water
fishing for bass
Bass Fishing the Reeds
Reeds are Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass magnets! A good quality reed bed
has me bursting with excitement especially when they are in 3 to 6 feet
of water.
learn more about Bass fishing
the Reeds
Skipping For Bass
Another good technique for putting Bass in the live well is ‘skipping’.
Skipping bait under potential Bass holding cover requires a lot of practice.
read more about Skipping for Bass
Bass Anglers Christmas Wish List
Tackle in a stocking, a reel under the tree, or a trigger rod wrapped in
Christmas red paper waiting to be opened by the young and old Bass anglers
of today! For the Bass fanatics in your life Christmas giving is made easy!
Ho Ho Ho Merry Christmas....read
more
Dead Sticking for Bass
Dead sticking is a handy trick to have under your fishing hat for getting
Small and Largemouth on the end of your line!
read more about Dead Sticking
Boat Control
Boat control is by far one of the most important 'know- hows' for a day
of success on the water. You have to compensate for every scenario Mother
Nature throws at you and be ready to change in a moments notice!
read more about Boat Control
Senko Worm Tactics
Gary Yamamoto really broke the mold when he invented the Senko Worm. It
is brilliant bait and it is widely used. But are we using the Senko to its
fullest ability?
read more about Senko Worm Tactics
Ontario Bass Fishing
If we were to actually take the time to look at a map of Ontario we would
realize how lucky we…"Ontario's Bass anglers: really are.
read more about Ontario Bass
Fishing
Bass n' Fun
Because you never stop learning, the more time we spend out on the vast
lakes this country has to offer the more adventurous and versatile we become".
read more
Dunking Success for Largemouth
A bright hot, sunny August day calls for a certain pattern to put Largemouth
in the live well. That's when 'dunking' comes into play. read
more on dunkin' for largemouth
Largemouth in lumber
Wood laden waters are a must for any Bass angler. Over look them and you’ll
be missin out! Even a stump in the middle of a weed patch or a fallen tree
limb can be a Bass magnet. read
more about largemouth in lumber
Building On What You Have
For many years I've had no choice but to fish from the shores of lakes and
ponds. Sure it was great, but I often knew the fish were located out in
the deeper water or nestled back in the sunken structure below. read
more
Smallmouth Fishing Can be a Drag.
Its 6:24 am. and you just arrived at the launch. You stand on the end of
the dock staring out at the lake. The 2-hour drive to get here is now ancient
history. read more on smallmouth
Lake Muskoka Bass
Lake Muskoka, in Ontario's Near North isn't just known for beautiful sunsets,
islands and elaborate cottages. It is also known for the great fishing it
has to offer. read more on Lake Muskoka
Bass
Opening Day is On the Way
Well, another year has come and gone and I'm sure there are lots of stories
and photos. But, if you want to increase your catch and possibly catch that
trophy of a lifetime, the season has already begun. read
more
Bass In the Grass
‘Grass’ is probably one of the most beneficial types of cover for Largemouth
and Smallmouth Bass. read more about
bass in the grass
A Day In the Life of a Tournament Anglers
Wife
Anyone who’s witnessed a fishing tournament can see how hard the competing
anglers work. By the time they hit the stage for weigh-in they have been
up and at 'em for at least 10 or 12 hours. read
more
Fishing Lines 101
Everything you need to know about what's between you and your next fish
In today’s world of marketing fishing tackle, not one item is more important
than what’s between you and the fish. THE LINE! read
more about fishing lines
Going Where The Action Is
Picture this, you're fishing in a nice calm back bay, the surface of the
water is like glass and you’re not at work! Suddenly the surface starts
to boil with baitfish and you’re right in casting distance. What do you
do? read more
October Smallmouth Fishing
October can be one of the most rewarding and enjoyable times to fish for
small mouth bass, though it can be equally as frustrating. read
more on October Smallmouth fishing
Where Are the Fish? Let's Find Out.
The water is made up of a column, there is the top portion, the middle and
the bottom. When purchasing tackle, you’d like to pick lures that cover
all three spectrums of the column. read
more
in the thick of things
Well, here I am on my trusty lap top thinking to myself, "I wish I
was in some form of slop, in any lake, anywhere, doing what I love to do
most often, and that is FISH. read more
Choosing a new boat.
Looking for a new boat, but just can't decide on what you want or where
to look? read more on choosing
a new boat
Understanding the basics of prop and outboard
performance
Have you considered what your prop has done for you lately? Most people
take their prop for granted... read
more
Tournament Angling
This year's tournament trail has been a great learning experience for me.
I still have much more to learn for sure, but the one thing that sticks
out most of all in my mind is the thrill of the sport itself. read
more
The Perfect dock
As I approached the massive dock with my quiet Minn Kota, I flipped my 1/8
ounce jig and craw and watched as my line instantly moved to the right.
read more
Slow Trolling for Smallmouth
If you think for a second that slow trolling is just for Walleye, think
again. read more about slow trolling for
smallmouth
Sharing the joys of angling with your children
One of the most treasured gifts you can give a child is a love for fishing
and the great outdoors. read more
Weather or Not. What Is the Mafor Code?
Have you ever made a trip to a great lake such as Erie early in the morning
and watched as people drove away with their boats in tow and you wonder,
why? read more about Mafor Code
Bass Crossing
It was a Friday night after a long week. It was time to relax and enjoy
the cottage. As my friends played pool and smoked cigars enjoying the night,
there I was, in the muskoka room, not relaxing, not enjoying the night,
but rather wondering. read more
Finessing the bucket mouth
The great thing about finesse fishing for bucketmouth is that it doesn't
spook them into permanent hiding so you can come back to try your luck again.
read more about finessing the bucket mouth
ramp rage
I have been boating for over 20 years now and I have seen my share of "ramp
rage" at boat launches. read more on ramp
rage
Using the wind for largemouth
You've heard of a 'Walleye chop' right! Well, why not a 'Largemouth chop'.
"Okay", so it doesn't sound good, but the proof is in the livewell. read
more on largemouth
Bait Cast or Spinning
Well, I can tell you my personal favorite hands down is the bait cast. Now,
that isn't always the right choice, because for certain situations spinning
gear is the way to go. read more on the
bait cast