Discover why the West’s top professional bass anglers use topwater baits now -- long before the dog days of summer set in. ... [+] Full Article

Every year, more anglers switch to battling bronze-backed bass rather than getting their slip-bobbers jerked around by our state fish. Why don't you give smallmouthing a try this season? ... [+] Full Article

Last year was exceptional for catching big bass in Minnesota. These experts think 2006 will be even better on these lakes. ... [+] Full Article

They may be old-fashioned lures, but the bass of today don't know that some baits are flashes from the past. Let's see what these experts say about catching bass ... ... [+] Full Article

Largemouth bass, ferocious predators, will eat whatever moves on top of matted weeds or other aquatic plants. That spells success for those who fish with fake amphibians. ... [+] Full Article

Don't let Lake Erie's size or reputation keep you from catching the biggest smallmouth bass of your career. Here's some advice from our expert on how to find and fool big bronzebacks. ... [+] Full Article

They're large, they're loud, and they are funny-looking, but buzzbaits are also highly effective tools for finding and catching active bass during the warmer months. ... [+] Full Article

Before you start casting just any old artificial bait for bass, maybe you should consider why these lures consistently produce strikes when it counts. ... [+] Full Article

From the northwoods to the farm country to the urban areas, Minnesota has a wealth of smallmouth bass ... [+] Full Article

Most of our very best fishing for largemouth bass takes place under the cover of darkness, especially on these lakes. ... [+] Full Article