Effective Bass Fishing with Gummy Worms: A Proven Technique

Its not like we didnt know it would work, but for any skeptics, the same kid that brought us catfishing in a storm drain last spring proves that some wacky-rigg

Fly Fishing for Trout: A Surprisingly Effective Bass Technique

I grew up in Northeast Pennsylvania, which in many respects is far more synonymous with trout fishing than bass fishing. Some of my earliest fishing memories ar

Name the Fly: Win a Scientific Anglers Sharkwave Fly Line!

I love spoof flies. Ive seen them tied with bullets, springs, bubble gum wrappers, and a number of other unmentionable things. This one, provided by my buddy H

Maximize Bass Fishing During the Shad Spawn: Tactics & Timing

We’re getting into that time of year when instead of setting my alarm for 5 or 6 a.m., the buzzer goes off closer to 3 or 3:30. That’s because the water temps

Best Fishing Pliers Under $50: Field Test & Reviews

Not even pliers can escape the high-end craze of today’s tackle industry, with plenty of $350 models available to accompany those $900 reels and $600 rods. An

Ultimate Bass Fishing Trips: Explore Pro Tournament Waters

Photos by Rick Adair Why should the pro fishermen have all the fun? It’s high time you fish those fabled bass waters where big-money tournaments are held. We

Safe Boating: Identifying and Avoiding Hazardous Debris in Lakes

Not long ago I came across a warning posted online reminding boaters to be extra cautious on one of New York’s Finger Lakes following heavy rains. It’s actually

Boost Your Bass Fishing: Using Live Bait with Lures

There is a widespread vibe in the bass fishing world that live bait somehow makes the game too easy, or that it’s beneath serious anglers. I’m here to tell you

Secret Bass Fishing: Targeting Big Fish Around Bream Beds

In early summer immediately following the spawn, it’s pretty common knowledge that a lot of bass move deep for a while. But not all of them, and not necessarily

Unexpected Fishing in NYC: A Summer Intern's Central Park Bass Adventure

“What are they doing in New York? Shouldn’t they be in Nebraska or something?” asked one friend. “Where are you going to fish?” asked another. I explained t

Father's Day Fishing Trip: Smallmouth Tactics & Bait Choices

The plan for Fathers Day was to take a long, lazy float down the Delaware River and get after some smallmouths. Ive been catching them pretty good lately, dad k

Overcome a Bass Fishing Slump: Proven Strategies for Success

In every sport there are losing streaks. Just look at last years World Champion Boston Red Sox. They recently had a record losing streak (which they broke, but

The Detrimental Effects of Overstocking Rivers on Fishing Ecosystems

After sitting in traffic on a freeway in Los Angeles the other day, I decided that LA freeways are similar to over-stocked trout rivers. Put too many fish in a

Rock Bass Fishing: Expert Strategies for Consistent Catches

Photo by: Joe Cermele When smallmouths refuse every tube, jig, and crankbait you throw, rock bass eat. When you can’t buy a trout on a muggy afternoon, rock b

Topwater Fishing: Gear & Tactics for Summer Success

By: Joe Cermele, Mark Modoski, and Dave Wolak; Illustration by: Paul Shipper When it comes to summer strikes, no lure delivers more blockbuster thrills than a

Epic Bass Blow-Up Medley: Topwater Fishing Action You Won't Miss

There are, quite literally, bazillions of topwater bass hit videos on the web. But every once in a while, one surpasses the masses and really stands out. Such i

Ice Fishing with Custom Jigs Made from Recycled Metal

The plan to go ice fishing took shape by chance. Late one evening in mid December, I was putting away striped bass gear in the basement and spotted an olive-g

Alabama Bass Fishing & BBQ Road Trip: Top Spots & Southern Flavors

 Illustrations by Matt Stevens In March, as bass in the lakes of the Tennessee River begin to spawn, anglers in Alabama gear up to fish, eat, sleep, and repea

Land Trophy Bass: 3 Proven Tactics for Spring Fishing

Photo by Dusan Smetana Sure, average-size bass are fun to catch. But we know what you really want: your picture on the marina wall, showing off a fish that ma

Expert Tips for Spring Bass Fishing: Increase Your Catch

Photo by Eric Engebretson 1) Get the eyes You must have polarized sunglasses with optical-quality lenses in amber or green. A full-brim hat prevents light fro