Fishing Skills

Bass caught using a SteelShad fishing lure

featured How to Fish a SteelShad in Fall

Fall is prime time to fish a SteelShad on the Great Lakes. Learn where to find bass, walleye, northern pike, and King Salmon, how to fish a 3/8-ounce SteelShad in...

On Oct 14, 2026 by Sam Zane 0 Comments

September Bass Fishing During the Early Fall Shad Migration 2026

September marks the start of the early fall shad migration, making it a great time to use search baits to find bass. Learn when to use topwater, lipless crankbaits, ChatterBaits,...

On Sep 03, 2026 by Sam Zane 0 Comments

Summer Bass Fishing with Crankbaits

Discover how to catch summer bass with crankbaits by matching lure type, depth, cover, and tackle. Learn when to use deep-diving, lipless, and squarebill crankbaits, plus the right rod, reel,...

On Aug 27, 2026 by Sam Zane 0 Comments

Summer bass fishing with the right rod and reel setup

How to Match Summer Bass Lures with the Right Rod and Reel

Find the best summer bass fishing lures and learn how to match them with the right rod and reel. Explore proven setups for dock skipping, shaded cover, deep-water finesse fishing,...

On Aug 26, 2026 by Sam Zane 0 Comments

Bass caught using a fishing jig during jig fishing for bass

How to Choose the Right Fishing Jigs and Trailers for Bass

Learn how to fish a jig for bass with this guide to bass fishing jigs, jig fishing lures, trailers, and techniques. Discover how to choose the right jig for Ned,...

On Aug 14, 2026 by Sam Zane 0 Comments

Spinnerbait fishing for bass using a tandem blade spinnerbait in shallow water conditions

Spinnerbait Fishing for Bass: Blade Selection, Retrieve Tips, and Gear Setup

Learn how to work a spinnerbait for bass, choose the right blade styles, trailers, and trailer hooks, and discover proven spinnerbait techniques for clear water, stained water, and cold-water conditions.

On Jun 04, 2026 by Sam Zane 0 Comments

Largemouth bass caught using a Texas Rig soft plastic bait during spring bass fishing in heavy cover vegetation

Texas Rig vs Carolina Rig for Spring Bass Fishing 2026

Dragging baits along the bottom and dropping soft plastics into heavy cover are two of the most effective ways to catch big bass during the spring bass fishing season. While...

On May 22, 2026 by Sam Zane 0 Comments