A wacky rig is one of the most effective techniques for enticing reluctant bass to bite. It is also one of the best finesse presentations for shallow-water fish and suspended bass close to the surface ...

Ever since bass fishing became mainstream in the 70’s, we’ve seen many techniques come and go. Whether they’ve been replaced by newer tactics, or simply lost to time, bass anglers quickly forgot just ...

The Texas rig just might be a bass angler’s best option for early summer action. There are limitless options of bait styles you can put on your hook, and depending on the size of your bullet weight, ...

Every year it seems like we are introduced to new bass fishing rigs featuring highly specialized tackle, from ultra-specific hooks to different single-purpose weights. The split shot rig takes the ...

Slip bobbers are generally used in conjunction with live bait, either on a plain hook or on a jig. You want a little weight on the business end of the line so the slip bobber stands erect when your ...

Long before forward-facing sonar was the hot button issue in fishing, the Alabama rig was causing waves for many of the same reasons. The ultimate balance of pain versus reward, this divisive bass ...

Learn how to fish and identify your catch at a free family-friendly event on the San Luis Obispo County coast. Fishery experts from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife also will be on hand ...

Fishing a frog over the pads and slop is one of my absolute favorite ways to catch bass. The visual strikes are absolutely explosive. When the bite is on, a day of frog fishing is a great day. It’s ...

PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla — The Skyway Fishing Pier is the longest fishing pier in the world. Nearly 200,00 people visit each year. "It’s calm, a good place to decompress, and overall a good place to go ...