Bass Fishing
Skipping jigs
If you’ve ever seen an angler that really knows how to skip a jig under a boat dock, you’ll see why they are so good at catching bass around these structures. […]
Field Notes
Field Notes
Never litter in your fishing spot again
Watching a crumpled potato chip bag, candy wrapper or napkin that was wedged in the center console or behind the windshield fly off into the water when the boat gets up on step. […]
Field Notes
How to snell a hook
A snell knot is overlook by many anglers, but it’s one of the best ways to ensure the point of a hook pulls into a fish’s mouth. […]
Field Notes
The best panfish rig
Andy Crawford decided one day to try a slip cork rig — and it changed his bream-fishing world. It’s easy. And it catches a ton of fish. […]
Field Notes
May prime time for bluegill
May is prime time for bream, which the tasty panfish heading to the shallows for their annual spawning ritual. […]
Field Notes
How to remove curly cues from your fishing line
With fishing about to kick into high gear, now’s the time to take care of some routine rod and reel maintenance, and get spooled up with fresh, brand-new line for the spring. […]
Field Notes
A better way to hook market shrimp
Capt. Tommy Pellegrin with Custom Charters shares a great tip to keep shrimp on the hook longer for additional casts. […]
Field Notes
How to tune a crankbait
The best way to tune a crankbait is to lay the body of the pliers flat on the bill of the crankbait, then just move the eye left or right. […]
Bass Fishing
Pro’s tips: Make the most of Senkos
Bassmaster Elite Series pro Davy Hite makes no bones about the fact that his favorite lure is a Buckeye Mop Jig, but when it comes to springtime fishing for prespawn bass, he’s going to have one lure tied on for sure, and that’s a Senko. […]
Field Notes
Are decoys turkey killers or rescuers? Veteran hunter is careful with decoy use
Some turkey hunters swear by decoys, and some swear at them. The truth is, neither situation is correct; if used properly, at the right time, decoys can help you wrap a tag around a tom’s leg. […]
Field Notes
Full moon = bedding bream
When redear and bluegill are bedding, you can find them sharing the same areas. There’s a good chance you’ll find them after a full moon. […]
Field Notes
How to change out fishing line
If you’re a hard-core fisherman like Grand Isle trout assassin Tommy Vidrine, you should be changing your fishing line — a lot. […]