• Top Baits for Bass in the Grass

    Top Baits for Bass in the Grass

    While fishing around grass is smart, it takes specialized gear, so you spend less time fighting the vegetation and more time-fighting bass.
  • Flat-Sided Crankbaits for Cold Water Bass

    Flat-Sided Crankbaits for Cold Water Bass

    Part of what makes crankbaits such an effective tool in bass fishing is their ability to match a variety of forage.
  • First Ice Panfish

    First Ice Panfish

    Ice fishing season is quickly approaching in many regions and one of the best ways to get in on the action is by targeting first ice panfish.
  • Three Trolling Approaches for Salmon

    Three Trolling Approaches for Salmon

    The salmon species are a well-regarded fish species for both their sport and excellent table fare. While native to the North Atlantic and Pacific Ocean, they can be found in the Great Lakes and have legions of fans fishing for them yearly. 
  • The Free Rig: Bass Fishing’s Next Big Bait

    The Free Rig: Bass Fishing’s Next Big Bait

    American bass anglers owe a lot to their Japanese counterparts as some of the most significant innovations cross the Pacific Ocean and then slowly enter the tackle boxes of North American anglers. The drop-shot rig is one prime example of something that started in the Far East, gained steam in the western United States and is now a staple throughout the country.
  • Walleyes in the Weeds

    Walleyes in the Weeds

    Fishing aquatic vegetation is second nature to bass anglers, but the green stuff is just as crucial for walleye fishing. They use weedlines as travel routes and know that grass holds plenty of forage, making them the perfect place to search for their next meal.