Bassmaster Elite Series Pro Chris Zaldain demonstrates tying the FG Knot to combine braid to a fluorocarbon leader.
Bassmaster Elite Series Pro Mark Menendez breaks down how he selects the right jerkbait for the conditions.
There are few events in the fishing universe that rival the excitement of a bass crushing a topwater lure. Indeed, the entire visual experience of presenting a frog, popper, or walking bait on the surface creates a palpable sense of nervous anticipation among topwater devotees, which can only be relieved by a positive hookset that sends an unsuspecting largemouth...
Trout Stream Habitat Improvement in Northeastern Vermont
LEWIS, Vt. – The Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department is celebrating eight years of trout stream improvement efforts in northeastern Vermont.
Trout thrive in streams that are complex -- what some would call messy. That complexity often comes from trees that fall into a stream, creating a mix of pools and shallow areas that...
There’s no denying it: the open water season is winding down. With attention shifting to ducks, deer, and the holidays, there is precious little time in our busy schedules to continue the hunt for bass, crappies, or walleyes. And let’s be honest – even if we find a few hours at this time of year to hit the lake,...
San Antonio, TX - The Association of Collegiate Anglers and the Bass Pro Shops Collegiate Bass Fishing Series are pleased to announce their renewed partnership with Mossy Oak Fishing as the official pattern sponsor of all series events. In addition, Mossy Oak Fishing will continue their role as supporting sponsor of the Bass Pro Shops School of the Year...
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — After a 2019 Bassmaster Elite Series season that was widely regarded as one of the best ever, the entire field has decided to come back for an encore.
B.A.S.S. announced the field for the 2020 Elite Series today, and all 75 anglers from the 2019 roster are returning, along with 10 qualifiers from the Basspro.com Bassmaster Opens,...
Conditions are Ideal for Devils Lake Ice Fishing Now
DEVILS LAKE, N.D. - Most fishermen have heard the phrase, “Shoulda been here yesterday.” Right now, the Devils Lake ice fishing experts say, “Be here tomorrow.”
The ice conditions are excellent to start the New Year with 18 inches of ice on Alice, Irving and Dry Lakes. The main basin has 15-18 inches....
Heavy Metal For Cold Water Bass
The cold-water period is one of the most productive times of the year to target fish with metal lures, including jigging spoons and blade baits. During the winter months, bass, walleyes, and other predator species respond favorably to the vibration and flash of metal lures presented near the bottom. The effectiveness of these lures...
Bassmaster Classic Reels In Award For Economic Impact
The 2019 Bassmaster Classic in Knoxville, Tenn., has been recognized as a 2019 Champion of Economic Impact in Sports Tourism (Mid-Market Division) by Sports Destination Management.
The award honors organizations and local partners who “worked together to produce events that have made our industry a more vibrant, more exciting, more varied and more...
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AFTCO Joins IFA Redfish Tours As Sponsor
NEW SMYRNA BEACH, Fla. - American Fishing Tackle Company (AFTCO) joins the IFA Redfish Tours as sponsor for the 2020 season. The partnership includes...
