Fishing

News & Tips: Fire Up Cold-Water Smallmouth
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Fire Up Cold-Water Smallmouth

For Mark Zona, smallmouth bass fishing isn’t a hobby, or even a passion—it’s an affliction.  If you think a little bit of cold weather, or even a thin layer of ice, is going to keep him and his Nitro…
New World Record Released Muskie
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New World Record Muskie Released

Dominic Hoyos of Stillwater, Minn. and Dean Block of Ramsay, Minn. are hardcore muskie anglers. This pair hardly pursues muskies until the middle of the summer and then truly focuses on big fish when…
Fishing winter crappie
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How to Lose Less Fish on the Ice

Most fish are lost back down the hole by ice fishermen due to a lack of preparation. Here are five set up tips to help you be prepared for ice fishing success: When you first get on the ice and auger…
News & Tips: CANCELED PER RON MANROSE - Fish the 2016 Bassmaster Classic...
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Early Pre-Spawn Baits that Prove to be Effective for Locating Pre-Spawn Bass

Fishing bass during the pre-spawn season is just about one of the best times to be fishing. No doubt, the qualifying anglers in the Spring Bassmaster Classics will be in the midist of pre-spawing…
Jacob Powroznik by Jacob Powroznik
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Pro Angler Jacob Powroznik's Three Fishing Must Haves

Just as no two snowflakes are alike, neither are the pros and their opinions on must-have fishing gear. But the common bond is supreme: confidence. So, our first confident participant this time out…
Fishing winter crappie
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How to Catch Winter Crappie

Winter can be a great time to catch crappie. Sure, it can be cold out there, but if you dress for the weather and keep safety in mind while fishing, you could be enjoying a plate full of fried fish…
News & Tips: Cast an Artificial Crab for Saltwater Success...
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Cast an Artificial Crab for Saltwater Success

Redfish, tarpon, and pompano all have one thing in common—they can't turn down a crab snack. While live crabs are often the appetizer of choice, trapping or catching them can be a real challenge. The…
Mark Zona by Mark Zona
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Pro Angler Mark Zona's Last Minute Gift List

Zona Claus is back for another visit to Bass Pro Shops 1 Source. This year, he shares his Top 5 must have items for last minute shoppers. If you're a good little angler, maybe you'll get one of these…
News & Tips: Outfish Ice Jigs With This Hand-Tied Fly...
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Outfish Ice Jigs With This Hand-Tied Fly

The arrival of ice on your favorite lakes and ponds does not mean that you should store away your fly box for the winter. Ice fishing tackle is inundated with tiny jigs in every shape and color…
News & Tips: Choosing the Best Ice Fishing Combo
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Choosing the Best Ice Fishing Combo

Ice season is here, and it's time to unpack and prepare! While looking through your fishing gear you pick up and test your ice rods. You remember the fish you iced on them last year, especially that…
Andy Morgan at Kentucky Lake by Andy Morgan at Kentucky Lake...
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Three Questions With Pro Angler Andy Morgan

Fresh off months of hardcore hunting, Livingston Lures pro and former FLW Tour Angler of the Year, Andy Morgan, was in a weakened state. So much so he agreed to take the challenge and answer Three…
News & Tips: Downsize Your Bait When the Bite Cools Off...
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Downsize Your Bait When the Bite Cools Off

My philosphy to fishing is to "focus on the moment and have fun". If it doesn't pertain to my fishing, it doesn't matter when I'm on the water. Do you want to catch more bass? Here's a fishing…