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Spring Prep: How to Get Your Jon Boat Ready for the Season
As winter fades and temperatures rise, it’s time to get the jon boat ready for spring fishing. Whether it’s been stored away in the garage or left outside, a thorough check-up ensures smooth sailing and trouble-free fishing trips. Here’s a …
Mastering Big Jig Fishing for Prespawn Bass
Fishing trends often cycle back into popularity, and the use of big jigs for prespawn bass is no exception. Competitive angler Beau Browning showcases the effectiveness of skirted jigs in targeting large prespawn bass. While moving baits like crankbaits, swimbaits, …
Early Spring River Trout Fishing: Tips for a Successful Catch
As the ice melts and rivers begin to flow more freely, early spring is one of the best times to target trout. However, fluctuating water temperatures and levels can make fishing challenging. Whether you’re fly fishing or spin fishing, these …
Mastering the Early Pre-Spawn: Expert Tips for Bass Fishing Success
The pre-spawn season is one of the most exciting times to fish for bass, and understanding when and how to target them can make all the difference. To help anglers navigate this crucial phase, experts from six regions across the …
Creative Strategies to Start Catching Fish When Nothing is Biting
Every angler experiences slow days on the water, where no method seems to work. Whether fishing in saltwater off the Florida coast or in the clear freshwater lakes of Michigan, the frustration of getting skunked is universal. Before stowing away …
Catching Spring Bass as They Come Off the Bed
Finding and catching largemouth bass during the immediate post-spawn phase presents a challenge for anglers. After enduring the rigors of spawning, these bass seek recovery and sustenance in their natural habitat, making them elusive targets. Understanding their behavior and habitat …
How to Fish Effectively in Muddy Waters
Muddy water poses a unique challenge for bass anglers, but with the right strategies, it can also offer great opportunities to reel in some impressive catches. Here’s how to adapt your approach when facing muddy conditions: Fish Tight to Cover: …
Conquering the Current: Fly Fishing Tips for Spring Runoff
Spring runoff can be daunting for fly fishermen. Muddy water and raging rivers can make it seem like the fish have vanished. But fear not, these challenging conditions can actually be prime time for landing trophy fish! Here are some …
Spring Bass Tactics: Finesse Power Shot with BFS Reels
Spring is prime time for bass fishing, and Arizona angler Josh Bertrand shows us a technique that combines finesse and power: the Bait Finesse System (BFS) power shot. This approach excels in clear water with woody cover, where precise casts …
Stillwater Secrets for Fly Fishing Success in Spring
Spring brings a unique opportunity for fly anglers who venture beyond the rushing rivers. Lakes and ponds offer a treasure trove of hidden moments, waiting to be exploited by those who understand the subtle movements happening beneath the surface. This …
