Tuesday, December 31, 2013

Reflections On The Last Casts of 2013 | Field & Stream

Reflections On The Last Casts of 2013 | Field & Stream: "Every year I take the week between Christmas and New Year's off, mostly to hang with family, but also to get my last licks on my local waters with friends before our fishing licenses expire. Just yesterday I made my final cast of 2013, throwing flies at pickerel with some pals. A few days ago I stuck some nice trout during a frosty morning with friend and guide Nick Raftas, and the weekend before Santa came down the chimney, it was pike on the fly with my friend Joe Demalderis. Considering it's winter, it was a pretty good last hurrah. But you can't help think about the season as a whole this time of year, and I must admit, I've had better."

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Monday, December 30, 2013

Are you in Fish Fighting Shape? | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC

Are you in Fish Fighting Shape? | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC: "Contrary to the opinions that most people have, fishing is very much a sport that can brutalize the body. Everything from extremely rough boat rides to crazy weather conditions to poor eating habits can have a significantly negative impact on your overall performance.  Unlike other sports where their elite athletes can bench press 500 pounds and have just 3% body fat, the upper echelon of Bass fishing doesn’t have many anglers that fit that profile. That doesn’t mean that they wouldn’t perform better if they were more physically fit.
   I personally feel so much better when I am in shape"

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Sunday, December 29, 2013

Walleye Fishing Tactics And Best Walleye Lures | Walleye Fishing Tips With Walleye Joe

Walleye Fishing Tactics And Best Walleye Lures | Walleye Fishing Tips With Walleye Joe: "Frank wus askin’ about walleye fishing tactics and best walleye lures. My old buddy at the bait and tackle shop told us that he had the best, eh?, so we decided to take his advice, bought ourselves some bait and Frank jotted down his tactics to boot."

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Saturday, December 28, 2013

Spinnerbaits, Topwater Baits, & Crankbaits | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC

Spinnerbaits, Topwater Baits, & Crankbaits | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC: "Serious and even not so serious, bass anglers should never leave home without an assortment of spinnerbaits, topwaters and lipless crankbaits, why?
Because they are Efficient, Always, Successful, Year-round Baits
If you were to look in a professional angler's boat during practice before a big tournament, chances are you would see spinnerbaits, lipless crankbaits and topwater baits tied on to at least three rods, and they would either be on the deck or within easy reach in the rod box. The main reason for having these baits tied on at all times is that these are fish finding and fish catching baits that always work.
"

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Friday, December 27, 2013

Building A Better Brush Pile | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC

Building A Better Brush Pile | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC: "If you really want to get serious about setting out brush piles prepare yourself for some hard work, but it can pay off big later. Bass will use brush piles throughout the year but the heat of summer and winter are the prime times to fill your livewell with brush pile bass, or turn that 14 pound limit into a 20 pound sack with a big brush pile kicker.
   I want my pile to be about the size of my boat. It's large enough to hold multiple fish but I can fish it in 15 minutes or so."

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Spruce Up Your Pond | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC

Spruce Up Your Pond | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC: "Christmas trees. Untold numbers are discarded after the holiday season each year. However, don't throw them away. They can be used to create fish habitat.
   Generally speaking, Christmas tree structures are primarily used to concentrate fish for angling. Members of the sunfish family, such as largemouth bass, bluegill, and crappies are attracted to submerged trees. Small fishes hide there for protection. Larger fishes may seek protection, or may chase the small fishes that are attracted by it.
   Occasionally, tree structures are added for spawning habitat. One good example involves yellow perch. If any northern readers have yellow perch in their ponds, this species likes to entangle their egg masses on submerged trees."

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Slow Down For Winter | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC

Slow Down For Winter | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC: "This winter and early spring season of the year is a fine time to chase Mr. Largemouth. Actually, "chase" may not be the right word in these cold water temperatures. A slow, steadfast pursuit is more like it.
   Most of the time in late winter, cabin fever is running pretty high. Anglers are ready to rock and roll, but the half-frozen bass are sulking on the bottom somewhere in deep water waiting for spring. These two contradictory and opposing moods often result in a tough bite. Quite often it's a really tough bite"

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Slow Down For Winter | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC

Slow Down For Winter | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC: "This winter and early spring season of the year is a fine time to chase Mr. Largemouth. Actually, "chase" may not be the right word in these cold water temperatures. A slow, steadfast pursuit is more like it.
   Most of the time in late winter, cabin fever is running pretty high. Anglers are ready to rock and roll, but the half-frozen bass are sulking on the bottom somewhere in deep water waiting for spring. These two contradictory and opposing moods often result in a tough bite. Quite often it's a really tough bite."

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Thursday, December 26, 2013

Walleye Ice Fishing Tips

Walleye Ice Fishing Tips: "Ice Fishing Lake Superior for walleyes can seem difficult depending on how much time you have to commit and how well you know the big lake. There are many different factors that can change your success but knowing where to look and what the proper presentations are to attract fish will make the most difference in your day."

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Fishing Tips That Will Hook You Bigger Fish! | Occupyamarillo.org

Fishing Tips That Will Hook You Bigger Fish! | Occupyamarillo.org: "Sitting there in a boat and looking at the beauty that surrounds you while fishing is relaxing and amazing. You need to learn some fishing basics for your safety, as well as to improve your success level. Read this article to learn how to fish."

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How to fish spinnerbaits

How to fish spinnerbaits: "There is a lot of debate as to what is the best overall artificial bait. Much of the debate depends on the type of fish you're fishing, some is based on where you’re catching, some is based on weather conditions, and some is based on the cover you’re fishing."

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Wednesday, December 25, 2013

Winter Fishing Tips

Winter Fishing Tips: "Winter is here in the South! Most people are hunkered down in the warmth of their homes, but you’ll still find me and the few bass fishing faithful out on the water, braving the elements and catching lots of bass. If you have never had a chance to go wintertime bass fishing, give it a try this year. Pick a warmer, sunny, calm day (what few you’ll have) and make it a point to go. You don’t have to go early either; the best bite is usually between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Here are some tips that continually boat fish all over the country in the winter."

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▶ Tips on CRANK BAITS for bass fishing HD Fishing video - YouTube

▶ Tips on CRANK BAITS for bass fishing HD Fishing video - YouTube: ""

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Tuesday, December 24, 2013

The Twelve Days of Christmas | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC

The Twelve Days of Christmas | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC: "On the first day of Christmas, my true love gave to me, the Mike Del Visco - Sonar DVD.
On the second day of Christmas my true love gave to me
Two tubes of MegaStrike,
And the Mike Del Visco - Sonar DVD."

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Monday, December 23, 2013

Short-Sleeve Fishing in January? | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC

Short-Sleeve Fishing in January? | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC: "One of the advantages in working a booth at the annual Sportsmen's Shows is getting to meet other vendors and their representatives. As a pro staffer for the G. Loomis line of bass and walleye rods, I happened to meet a colleague who was an expert in salmon and steelhead fishing. "Bass, eh? I haven't had much time for short sleeve fishing!" Well, I broke out laughing immediately. Bass fishing has been referred to with various forms of slang, from "lip ripping" to "hog hunting", but "short sleeve fishing" was a new one on me"

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Sunday, December 22, 2013

How To Fish The Shaky Head | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC

How To Fish The Shaky Head | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC: "Here's how to fish the shaky head technique, including tackle, rod, reel, and line selection."

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10 Spinnerbait Tips | Hank Parker | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC

10 Spinnerbait Tips | Hank Parker | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC: "t’s no secret I love to fish a spinnerbait.  I’m convinced it’s second only to the worm in terms of versatility and productivity.
   Not everyone agrees.  People tell me they never catch fish on a spinnerbait, even though they’ve tried slow rolling it along drop-offs and crashing it through brush tops.  For those with a similar story, perhaps you’re using the wrong spinnerbait design or not fishing it where bass are.  Here are 10 tips "

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Iaconelli's Crankbait Tips | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC

Iaconelli's Crankbait Tips | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC: "As a power fisherman I absolutely love to fish crankbaits. The reasons are simple. I can cover an immense amount of water, and I can elicit the reaction type of strike for inactive bass."

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If They Could Only Have Four Lures for the Entire Season | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC

If They Could Only Have Four Lures for the Entire Season | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC: "A brand new Bassmaster Elite Series season has begun. Nearly 40,000 miles of interstate lie ahead for those who choose bass fishing as a full-time profession, and so do 11 bodies of water that never fish exactly the same. Packing for this venture combines a mix of experience, practicality and gut feelings."

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What's The Best Lure? | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC

What's The Best Lure? | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC: "If you had only one lure to use in your next tournament season, what would it be? Would you choose a worm, spinnerbait, topwater, or something else? They all have advantages and disadvantages at certain times of the year.
   If I could only choose one, it would have to be a crankbait. It's not my favorite way to fish, but for tournaments I strongly believe that it is the most versatile and productive of all lures."

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Saturday, December 21, 2013

Tips for Mid-season Ice Fishing | OutdoorHub

Tips for Mid-season Ice Fishing | OutdoorHub: "The middle part of the ice-fishing season will soon be here. As such, there are things we do in the middle of the season that we don’t do earlier in the year. For more fishing success in the next few weeks, keep these ideas in mind."

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Hair for Cold Water River Bronzebacks | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC

Hair for Cold Water River Bronzebacks | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC: "Seasoned largemouth bass anglers profess that for large bass throughout the seasons, a rubber or silicon-skirted jig with a pork or plastic trailer is hard to beat.
   For that other "black bass", however, hair is the way to go. Smallmouth bass inhabiting most rivers in the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast prefer hair jigs to silicon or rubber skirted jigs, hands down. It has been a popular mistruth over the years that smallmouth do not eat or that they lay dormant when the water temperature holds in the 30's, as it does during the cold water winter period. The cold water period is an excellent time for anglers to catch trophy river smallmouth bass, and a hair jig is frequently the most productive lure."

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Friday, December 20, 2013

Small Texas Town Ready to Welcome Anglers after Drought Breaks | OutdoorHub

Small Texas Town Ready to Welcome Anglers after Drought Breaks | OutdoorHub: "The tiny town of Castell, Texas was hard struck by the persistent drought that affected Texas Hill Country in recent years, but heavy rain and the stocking of trout in the nearby Llano River promise to make the area a hit with fly fishermen this winter."

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Boating Etiquette On and Off the Water | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC

Boating Etiquette On and Off the Water | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC: "Boat etiquette on and off the water is an ever-increasing issue. Ask any boater what they perceive to be the biggest issue on the water, and they will inevitably go into a story about an inconsiderate boater. And many times this will occur at the launch ramp before the boater even gets on the water. As our waterways become more crowded, this issue increases."

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Know Your Fishing Reels | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC

Know Your Fishing Reels | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC: "Take the reels off the rods and place them on some newspaper on the kitchen table. Pick each one up, one at a time. Does the reel fit in your hand comfortably? Is it too large?
   If the reel feels oversized, consider there are several smaller versions of those larger reels on the market today. The casting reel gear ratios are the same as their big brothers, and are easier for small hands to use. It is true that you can not put as much line on these smaller reels. However, you will fish more comfortably and cast more accurately if the reel fits your hand."

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Spinnerbait Basics | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC

Spinnerbait Basics | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC: "Probably the most universal artificial bait used by both tournament anglers and the weekend fisherman is the spinnerbait. You can flip it like a jig into heavy cover or work it along laydowns and in treetops like a Texas-rigged worm. It can be waked across the top of the water like a buzzbait or run it one to three feet deep like a Rat-L-Trap. You can let it fall down deeper like a medium- to deep-diving crankbait or slow roll it across the bottom. This is just about the most versatile lure you can carry in your boat."

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Winter Jig Fishing | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC

Winter Jig Fishing | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC: "It's time to slow down our presentation as the water cools and look to the jig or a Texas-rigged worm or craw on those really cold days. Bass will move deeper as the water cools to establish their winter base of operation. The deeper coves with a defined creek channel, longer points that drop off into secondary or primary creek channels, or a shoreline where the bottom has a fast drop off, causing a stair step effect are the best places to start exploring for action. The other primary factor that needs to be in all of these spots is wood. Bass tend to prefer wood in the colder months."

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Timeless Fishing Tips | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC

Timeless Fishing Tips | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC: "Bass fishing as we know it is still rather a new thing. Before competition became a part of it, it was a recreation mostly practiced in the springtime and mostly early in the mornings and late in the afternoons. Competition did for bass fishing what it does for everything else. It made it grow tremendously in every way, from effort to knowledge to technology to equipment to results.
   For decades, fishermen have learned from the abilities, talents, innovations, and accomplishments of anglers before them."

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Thursday, December 19, 2013

Enjoy fishing? Free trout fishing clinic set for Jan. 10 | KFOR.com

Enjoy fishing? Free trout fishing clinic set for Jan. 10 | KFOR.com: "OKLAHOMA CITY - The Oklahoma City Parks and Recreation Department will host a FREE trout fishing clinic on Friday, January 10, 2014 from 7 – 8:30 p.m. at the Putnam City High School Gymnasium, 5300 NW 50th Street."

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An Ice Fishing Primer | OutdoorHub

An Ice Fishing Primer | OutdoorHub: "Mother Nature has jumped the gun across much of the nation, offering winter conditions before the official onset of the season and giving ice fishermen their earliest chance in years to get out on the ice and enjoy their favorite winter sport."

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Ice Fishermen Rescue Man after Snowmobile Crashes Through Ice | OutdoorHub

Ice Fishermen Rescue Man after Snowmobile Crashes Through Ice | OutdoorHub: "Three anglers fishing on the ice of Alaska’s Wasilla Lake found themselves in a position to help on Monday, saving the life of one snowmobile driver after he had fallen through the ice. According to the Mat-Su Valley Frontiersman, officials described the corner of the lake where the accident occurred as problematic due to consistently thin ice."

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Hair for Cold Water River Bronzebacks | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC

Hair for Cold Water River Bronzebacks | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC: "Seasoned largemouth bass anglers profess that for large bass throughout the seasons, a rubber or silicon-skirted jig with a pork or plastic trailer is hard to beat.
   For that other "black bass", however, hair is the way to go. Smallmouth bass inhabiting most rivers in the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast prefer hair jigs to silicon or rubber skirted jigs, hands down. It has been a popular mistruth over the years that smallmouth do not eat or that they lay dormant when the water temperature holds in the 30's, as it does during the cold water winter period. The cold water period is an excellent time for anglers to catch trophy river smallmouth bass, and a hair jig is frequently the most productive lure."

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▶ Why to Change Lures When Bass Fishing - YouTube

▶ Why to Change Lures When Bass Fishing - YouTube: ""

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Politics: A&E suspends Duck Dynasty's Phil Robertson for agreeing with the Bible | Best of Cain

Politics: A&E suspends Duck Dynasty's Phil Robertson for agreeing with the Bible | Best of Cain: "A+E Networks, parent company of  A&E, has released the following statement to Variety:

“We are extremely disappointed to have read Phil Robertson’s comments in GQ, which are based on his own personal beliefs and are not reflected in the series Duck Dynasty. His personal views in no way reflect those of A+E Networks, who have always been strong supporters and champions of the LGBT community.”"

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Know Your Hooks | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC

Know Your Hooks | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC: "One of the most important links between a fisherman's success at catching fish is the hook that is used. A successful day on the water can be won or lost by a poor hook. Whether you're a casual fisherman, an avid weekend angler, or a diehard tournament fisherman, overlooking your hooks can make a big difference in having an average fishing day or one that is remembered for a lifetime.
   These days of high pressured fishing waters, bites sometimes come less often, making it more important than ever to ensure that we make every strike count. The best way to catch every fish that bites is to use the proper hook for the type of bait you are using and to make sure the hook is sharp."

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Wednesday, December 18, 2013

Largemouth Bass Fishing Tips

Largemouth Bass Fishing Tips: "The largemouth bass are from the Sunfish family and are closely related to the black bass. Their characteristic large size differentiates them from the rest of the fish in the sunfish family. As their name suggests, a largemouth bass has a mouth that extends beyond the eyes. It is a freshwater fish, that is found in the large and small lakes, ditches and small farm ponds. Presently, they are fished in the waters of the continental United States and some parts of Canada. Thanks to the successfully carried out stocking programs, they are fished in places such as, Europe, South America, Mexico, Hawaii, Asia and Africa. There are two subspecies - the Florida largemouth and the Northern largemouth. Of these, a fully matured Florida largemouth, at 10 - 12 pounds weighs more than that of the fully matured Northern largemouth bass, which weighs between 6 - 8 pounds. The biggest one was caught in 1932 weighed more than 22 pounds."

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▶ Fall Bass Fishing Tips - YouTube

▶ Fall Bass Fishing Tips - YouTube: ""

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Tuesday, December 17, 2013

Chris Lane's Guntersville Frog | Bass Fishing Magazine: Learn How to Bass Fish with Bass Angler Magazine

Chris Lane's Guntersville Frog | Bass Fishing Magazine: Learn How to Bass Fish with Bass Angler Magazine: "With summertime upon us, there are many ways to find some fun in the sun action. For fishermen tying on their favorite frog and hitting the water – the excitement of that visible blow up is one of the best ways to spend the hottest season of the year.”Froggin’ that’s easy,” said Lane. “It’s pretty simple, you just have to listen to the fish and let them tell you what they want. Other than that, it’s just about the most exciting way you can fish. It is definitely a favorite technique of mine.”"

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Crappies Down Deep « OutDoors Unlimited Magazine

Crappies Down Deep « OutDoors Unlimited Magazine: "Almost anyone who enjoys freshwater fishing enjoys catching crappies.  Crappies are great on the table, they’re abundant in many waters, they are very appealing visually, and best of all, when you get on them they can be willing biters.  In the fall months, if you can find the crappies they will provide lots of action. Crappies can be kind of a mysterious fish, especially the big ones.  They can be easy to find and catch in the spring when they’re in the shallows spawning, but after the spawn, in many bodies of water they seem to disappear.  They reappear in the fall if you know where to look.  Here’s where to look in "

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Know Your Fishing Reels | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC

Know Your Fishing Reels | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC: "Take the reels off the rods and place them on some newspaper on the kitchen table. Pick each one up, one at a time. Does the reel fit in your hand comfortably? Is it too large?
   If the reel feels oversized, consider there are several smaller versions of those larger reels on the market today. The casting reel gear ratios are the same as their big brothers, and are easier for small hands to use. It is true that you can not put as much line on these smaller reels. However, you will fish more comfortably and cast more accurately if the reel fits your hand."

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Key Crappie Fishing Tips That Everyone Should Know | Crappie Fishing

Key Crappie Fishing Tips That Everyone Should Know | Crappie Fishing: "Crappie Fishing can be a very relaxing experience, whether you are on a vacation, weekend, or simply hanging out one afternoon. Keep reading for some great insight that will prove invaluable to those that truly want to learn more tips and advice to help you get better at this sport.This article is packed with great crappie fishing into a more rewarding experience!"

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Trophy Bass – Bass Fishing During Cloud Cover | Lure Fishing Tips

Trophy Bass – Bass Fishing During Cloud Cover | Lure Fishing Tips:

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Monday, December 16, 2013

Marine Reels In Great White Shark from Shore | OutdoorHub

Marine Reels In Great White Shark from Shore | OutdoorHub: "While many shark species have been reeled in by enthusiastic anglers from shore, very rarely—if ever—has video been taken of a great white shark captured in this manner. According to the New York Daily News, Marine Gunnery Master Sergeant Jeff Fangman emerged victorious after a 25-minute battle with a great white earlier this year, pulling the large predator near land. The incredible catch happened in late October off the coasts of Marine Base Camp Pendleton in California."

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Spinnerbait Basics | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC

Spinnerbait Basics | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC: "Probably the most universal artificial bait used by both tournament anglers and the weekend fisherman is the spinnerbait. You can flip it like a jig into heavy cover or work it along laydowns and in treetops like a Texas-rigged worm. It can be waked across the top of the water like a buzzbait or run it one to three feet deep like a Rat-L-Trap. You can let it fall down deeper like a medium- to deep-diving crankbait or slow roll it across the bottom. This is just about the most versatile lure you can carry in your boat."

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Winter Jig Fishing | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC

Winter Jig Fishing | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC: "It's time to slow down our presentation as the water cools and look to the jig or a Texas-rigged worm or craw on those really cold days. Bass will move deeper as the water cools to establish their winter base of operation. The deeper coves with a defined creek channel, longer points that drop off into secondary or primary creek channels, or a shoreline where the bottom has a fast drop off, causing a stair step effect are the best places to start exploring for action. The other primary factor that needs to be in all of these spots is wood. Bass tend to prefer wood in the colder months"

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Ice Fishing Tips to Stay Safe - YourErie.com - Powered by JET 24 and FOX 66 Erie PA

Ice Fishing Tips to Stay Safe - YourErie.com - Powered by JET 24 and FOX 66 Erie PA: "The water is beginning to freeze over and soon fishermen will be heading out on the ice for ice fishing. The Coast Guard says the ice could be very unstable. Officials say if it is clear and blue, that is the best kind of ice to go out on. Be sure check that the ice is thick enough before leaving land—It should be about three inches thick. Snow on the ice is another key factor to look out for when preparing to ice fish. Be sure to remember I.C.E –intelligence, clothing and equipment. "

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Tips to stay warm during winter fishing trips - Louisiana Sportsman

Tips to stay warm during winter fishing trips - Louisiana Sportsman: "The average winter temperature range in the bayou state is 64 to 41 degrees during December and 61 to 41 degrees in January.

However, Louisiana does have its share of winter fronts that drive temperatures below freezing and allow daytime highs to hover only in the 30 and 40s.

So the wind chills can be brutal when fishing early morning hours and running in boats even at moderate speeds."

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▶ Largemouth Bass & Bluegill Pond Fishing 2013 - YouTube

▶ Largemouth Bass & Bluegill Pond Fishing 2013 - YouTube: ""

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Sunday, December 15, 2013

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ODU Fall September 2013:

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Winter Jig Fishing | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC

Winter Jig Fishing | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC: "It's time to slow down our presentation as the water cools and look to the jig or a Texas-rigged worm or craw on those really cold days. Bass will move deeper as the water cools to establish their winter base of operation. The deeper coves with a defined creek channel, longer points that drop off into secondary or primary creek channels, or a shoreline where the bottom has a fast drop off, causing a stair step effect are the best places to start exploring for action. The other primary factor that needs to be in all of these spots is wood. "

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Saturday, December 14, 2013

How to Beat the Shore-bound Blues — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability

How to Beat the Shore-bound Blues — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability: "Catfish are great targets for shore anglers fishing in lakes and rivers. Image courtesy Ohio DNR.

“What do you need to be able to go fishing?” is the question I use to kick off a basic fishing seminar I teach at sport shows across the nation each year. I keep the dialogue flowing by accepting the obvious answers, which include “a fishing pole!” and “a hook!” and “some line!” Things come to an abrupt halt, however, when someone fields my question with the reply: “a boat!”"

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Wildlife Agencies Urge Anglers to Stay Safe During Early Ice Fishing Season — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability

Wildlife Agencies Urge Anglers to Stay Safe During Early Ice Fishing Season — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability: "Experts say that the appeal of warmer ice houses, safer heaters, and more efficient outerwear is drawing in more anglers.

Early ice fishing season brings with it many opportunities, and wildlife agencies across the country are once again reminding anglers to follow good safety practices when they hit the ice. States such as Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Iowa have issued safety warnings coinciding with more anglers going out earlier. In Wisconsin, experts say that breezy temperatures have led to one of the earliest seasons in years."

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Iaconelli on How To Catch Smallmouth from Bald Spots — www.bassresource.com — Readability

Iaconelli on How To Catch Smallmouth from Bald Spots — www.bassresource.com — Readability: "Mike Iaconelli didn’t get the victory or Top 12 finish he wanted at the Bassmaster Elite Series tournament on Lake St. Clair last August, but thanks to bald spots, he caught 47 pounds of Smallmouth and hauled home $10,000."

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Cold Water Lunkers — www.bassresource.com — Readability

Cold Water Lunkers — www.bassresource.com — Readability: "Big bass can be caught in Winter on all lakes, but you must expect fewer bites. Slow down your presentation. Remember, bass are cold-blooded and their metabolism slows down in cold conditions."

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The Art of Angling — www.bassresource.com — Readability

The Art of Angling — www.bassresource.com — Readability: "Angling, which is another word for fishing, is the art of catching fish, whether fishing for saltwater or freshwater species. It involves enticing a fish into biting or striking your bait or lure. Most people go fishing with a rod, a reel, line, a hook, a sinker, and bait or a lure. People fish for sport, or for food or both"

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How to Cover Water — www.bassresource.com — Readability

How to Cover Water — www.bassresource.com — Readability: "Covering water and locating fish can be one of the hardest and most important factors in the sport of bass fishing.  This is an issue that's terribly broad, and may be mentioned at length.  There are many factors that I look at including the time of year; the weather, fishing the water quickly but effectively, and fishing points, cover, and structure.  I’ll attempt here to list a number of the items that I think about when selecting a bait, and vicinity to fish."

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Friday, December 13, 2013

Winter fishing tips - Sports - The Lake News Online - Camdenton, MO

Winter fishing tips - Sports - The Lake News Online - Camdenton, MO: "For years, die-hard bass anglers have plied highland reservoirs of the Ozarks for largemouth bass in the winter, sometimes making huge catches. As they learned more about the needs and habits of cold-water bass, so did their understanding about methods that caught fish in 42- to 52- degree water temperatures."

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Thursday, December 12, 2013

Monday, December 9, 2013

Catching Michigan Largemouths at Ice-up — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability

Catching Michigan Largemouths at Ice-up — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability: "Greg Mangus shows off a pair of five-pound plus largemouths.

I was fishing a jig with a swim bait trailer, but was retrieving it more like a crankbait than a jig–no pumping, lift-and-drop action. Just cast, let it sink, retrieve slowly."

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Big Sword Story: Daytime Swordfishing Off Florida’s Coast — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability

Big Sword Story: Daytime Swordfishing Off Florida’s Coast — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability: "So far the fall of 2011 has proven to be a bit on the windy side, which has not allowed us to do as many swordfish trips as I would like. Luckily when the weather has cooperated we have gone out to the sword grounds and have caught fish. This particular trip, I had booked about two months ago and was set to fish with three anglers from England. They belong to an English fishing club and have fished throughout the world, mostly for marlin. They were eager to come to South Florida and try some of our daytime swordfishing."

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▶ Bass Fishing Tackle Tips - Crankbait Bass Fishing Tips and Techniques - YouTube

▶ Bass Fishing Tackle Tips - Crankbait Bass Fishing Tips and Techniques - YouTube: ""

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▶ Casting A Spinning Rod - Fishing Tips and Techniques - YouTube

▶ Casting A Spinning Rod - Fishing Tips and Techniques - YouTube: ""

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How to Cover Water | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC

How to Cover Water | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC: "Covering water and locating fish can be one of the hardest and most important factors in the sport of bass fishing.  This is an issue that's terribly broad, and may be mentioned at length.  There are many factors that I look at including the time of year; the weather, fishing the water quickly but effectively, and fishing points, cover, and structure.  I’ll attempt here to list a number of the items that I think about when selecting a bait, and vicinity to fish."

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Sunday, December 8, 2013

5 Bass Fishing Rigs Every Angler Should Know « Wired2Fish

5 Bass Fishing Rigs Every Angler Should Know « Wired2Fish: "Learn five ways to rig bass fishing plastics to catch bass in any situation

We’ve had a bunch of requests to do a piece on how to tie several rigs for bass fishing with soft plastics and when and where to fish them. We’ll start with this overview piece with diagrams on how to rig the plastics. We’ll follow up with underwater videos to show how the rigs look in the water and we’ll expand on these rigs with more advanced rigs in future pieces. But for now here are the five basic plastics rigs we think every bass angler should know."

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5 Bass Fishing Rigs Every Angler Should Know « Wired2Fish

5 Bass Fishing Rigs Every Angler Should Know « Wired2Fish: "Learn five ways to rig bass fishing plastics to catch bass in any situation

We’ve had a bunch of requests to do a piece on how to tie several rigs for bass fishing with soft plastics and when and where to fish them. We’ll start with this overview piece with diagrams on how to rig the plastics. We’ll follow up with underwater videos to show how the rigs look in the water and we’ll expand on these rigs with more advanced rigs in future pieces. But for now here are the five basic plastics rigs we think every bass angler should know."

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New Fishing Hooks Protect Bluefin Tuna in Gulf of Mexico But Allow Catch of

New Fishing Hooks Protect Bluefin Tuna in Gulf of Mexico But Allow Catch of: "NOAA’s Fisheries Service will require commercial fishermen who fish for yellowfin tuna, swordfish and other species with longlines in the Gulf of Mexico to use a new type of hook, called a weak hook, designed to reduce the incidental catch of Atlantic bluefin tuna. The hooks will be required starting May 5, 2011."

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Understanding Striped Bass Migration | Finsight

Understanding Striped Bass Migration | Finsight: "1.) The Spring Migration begins as days get longer and sea temperatures begin to rise. Fish that have been staging off the coast of North Carolina, the Chesapeake and the Hudson River for the past few months are making their way in shore. Following the beaches to their river influenced spawning grounds, the fish start to school, stage and feast before heading up the rivers to spawn, which is their next great migratory move.
Most migratory bass are female."

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Bass Fishing Tips and Techniques - YouTube

Bass Fishing Tips and Techniques - YouTube: ""

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Post Spawn Bass Fishing Tips and Techniques - Topwater and Soft Plastics Bass Fishing - YouTube

Post Spawn Bass Fishing Tips and Techniques - Topwater and Soft Plastics Bass Fishing - YouTube: ""

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Friday, December 6, 2013

Top to Bottom Bass Fishing | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC

Top to Bottom Bass Fishing | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC: "Here is a look at some of the baits and methods I use on a seasonal basis. There are of course several that I did not write about but this is largely my approach to bass fishing here in New York.
   Although I am not a huge deep water guy primarily based on the waters in my geographical area, I can regularly take fish down to about 20 feet....although I too prefer to spend much of my time from surface to about 12 feet. I could write about this all day but time won't permit that. Here is a basic overview of what I use to cover the depths I fish from top to bottom."

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Wednesday, December 4, 2013

Yule Tide bass — www.louisianasportsman.com — Readability

Yule Tide bass — www.louisianasportsman.com — Readability: "Drive or ride in any bass boat above the Tropic of Cancer late in December, particularly in coastal Louisiana’s semi-tropical region, and there still is a reasonable chance you’ll feel like you’ve gotten frost bite when attempting to catch a bass. "

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Plugs for Kalamazoo River Steelhead — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability

Plugs for Kalamazoo River Steelhead — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability: "Miles Hanley built an affordable steelhead boat so he could catch river fish, like this 12-pounder.

Miles Hanley is a bass fisherman and, as you might guess, spends a lot of time in a bass boat. But when autumn arrives—and the steelhead begin heading upstream—Hanley is glad to switch gears and target the rainbows."

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Oklahoma Angler Smashes 47-year Rainbow Trout State Record — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability

Oklahoma Angler Smashes 47-year Rainbow Trout State Record — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability: "Angler Mark Reed, 61, has much to be proud of after bringing in the first new Oklahoma record rainbow trout in nearly a half century. According to the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation, Reed caught his 10-pound, 10.56-ounce trout at Lake Watonga in Blaine County on November 17. The record rainbow came in at 27-3/4 inches long and 17-1/2 inches in girth."

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Take A Look At These Practical Fishing Tips! — alittleabouteverything.com — Readability

Take A Look At These Practical Fishing Tips! — alittleabouteverything.com — Readability: "Fishing means a lot of things to different meanings to many people. Some people consider it a serious sport which you need a large amount of practice. Other people look at fishing as a quiet activity to have some fun and kick back. Some people even fish as a food source. No matter what your purpose for fishing, here’s how you can get started with it."

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Sunday, December 1, 2013

Keys To Catching Cold Water Bass | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC

Keys To Catching Cold Water Bass | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC: "Catching bass in cold water is one of the least understood topics in fishing.  That doesn’t mean it’s always difficult, but it can be perplexing. 
    There is a lot of confusion as to what constitutes cold water.  In the South, water below 55 degrees makes for tough fishing conditions.  In the North, where bass are accustomed to lower temperatures, fishing can be good in water temperatures above 45 degrees."

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Saturday, November 30, 2013

▶ AAA Steelhead Fishing Tips Dollar Store yarn balls - YouTube

▶ AAA Steelhead Fishing Tips Dollar Store yarn balls - YouTube: ""

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How to Fish a Drop Shot - Fishing Tips & Tricks - Tennessee Anglers

How to Fish a Drop Shot - Fishing Tips & Tricks - Tennessee Anglers: "Elite Series pro and former Forrest Wood Cup champion Kevin Hawk is considered an expert on fishing a drop shot and in this video he gives a bunch of great tips about how he likes to fish a drop shot worm for bass. He talks about baits he likes, different presentations, locations and covering water with a drop shot. Some good tips in this video from an angler that has won more than $700,000 on a drop shot in his career."

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Carp Fishing Tips - Catching Carp from pressured venues | The Angling GazetteThe Angling Gazette

Carp Fishing Tips - Catching Carp from pressured venues | The Angling GazetteThe Angling Gazette: "A thorough understanding of angling pressure can help you get the best from any given angling situation or venue.

For me, any form of activity in or near the water exerts angling pressure on the carp: from walking the bank and setting up your bivvy to finding features, applying bait, casting your rigs and of course handling the fish."

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fishing tips Archives | Up North Explorer

fishing tips Archives | Up North Explorer: "There is a 100 percent chance you won’t catch a fish that isn’t there. Yet it’s amazing how much time anglers spend on spots that simply don’t have any finny critters around. So, before you even think about what live bait or lure you’re going to use, or how you’re going to present that bait, job #1 on any angling adventure is to first find the fish"

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Catch More Fish With These Great Fishing Tips | Better Game Fishing

Catch More Fish With These Great Fishing Tips | Better Game Fishing: "Fishing is a great pastime and sport enjoyed by people of all cultures. It provides a great excuse to get outside and have some quality time with mother nature. You can do it alone or with people you love. Read this article to find some fishing tips.

Spinnerbaits are terrific lures for fishing novices interested in using earthworms. The best fish to catch with a spinnerbait is bass, but crappie will bite on it too.

Be careful not to start a fire when fishing by the bank. A lot of people actually smoke as they fish, which is potentially dangerous for starting accidental blazes. The bank might be wet, but the brush around the area is quick to catch fire."

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The Lasting Implications of the Alabama Rig « Wired2Fish

The Lasting Implications of the Alabama Rig « Wired2Fish: "Are you sick of hearing about the Alabama Rig yet? Either way the rig is not going away. In fact, we suspect there’s going to be a lot more about it before the rumble dies down a little bit and we go about our normal lives in the bass fishing world. But since the firestorm that has exploded with Paul Elias and pretty much the majority of the top 10 anglers in the FLW Tour Open on Lake Guntersville last week, TheAlabamaRig.com has been one of the hottest fishing destinations on the internet with some reports putting it as high as 52,000 visits in just a four day span."

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20 Secrets To Help You Catch Fish All Summer Long | Field & Stream

20 Secrets To Help You Catch Fish All Summer Long | Field & Stream: "When rivers heat up in late summer, smallmouths can get downright lazy. The same fish that charged fast-moving streamers and poppers earlier in the season often take to feeding at night, and if your river is loaded with late-summer shad or herring fry, getting bass to eat fur and feathers becomes even harder."

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9 Best Fishing Lures in History - In-Fisherman

9 Best Fishing Lures in History - In-Fisherman: "Opie eyed the Golly Whomper in his dad’s tackle box with a kind of lust and reverence reserved for no other material thing on earth. Andy understood. He knew that silly-looking lure represented afternoons spent fishing with dad. Fishing creates the opportunity to plug yourself into the real world in a way nothing else can do, and a lure, well—it’s the plug. Right?"

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Top Ice Fishing Spots in West Virginia - Skiing - Yahoo Sports

Top Ice Fishing Spots in West Virginia - Skiing - Yahoo Sports: "West Virginia is a great place to go fishing anytime of the year. In my opinion, winter is an exceptionally wonderful time to visit and catch copious amounts of bass, catfish, bluegill, walleye, and crappie. West Virginia is also one of the few states that I know of where you may readily find unusually fish like the Candy Darter as well as hybrid sport fish. I've also found that when it comes to bait, chicken livers or minnows tends to work well."

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Ten Tournament Tips | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC

Ten Tournament Tips | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC: "Respect everyone on the lake. Water encroachment is not a good practice whether the other boat's owner is entered in the tournament or not. Allow the distance required by the tournament rules to all other boats in your vicinity. Don't leave others awash in your wake as you leave or enter an area. Slow down well before nearing another boat."

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Friday, November 29, 2013

Make Your Baitcaster Fly! — www.bassresource.com — Readability

Make Your Baitcaster Fly! — www.bassresource.com — Readability: "The following is a series of observations based on my experiences with reel maintenance, tuning and upgrading. I do not do this professionally. I work on my own reels because I enjoy it. I started to do so a long time ago. I had to. When I got my first “real” reel, the deal was, I had to maintain it myself. If I wanted any more good equipment I had to demonstrate that I was capable of taking care of what I had."

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Gotcha! — www.bassresource.com — Readability

Gotcha! — www.bassresource.com — Readability: "When I go out fishing on the lake, I often remember a game my mother taught us, and I played with my sons. You get down on your hands and knees behind a door and wait until someone walks by, lunge out and say "gotcha!" The reason I am telling you this is, bass do this all of their lives."

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Small Waters, Big Bass — www.bassresource.com — Readability

Small Waters, Big Bass — www.bassresource.com — Readability: "Do you remember the pond or small lake where you fished the first time? Many of us do. We fished small water as children and those memories can be as wonderful as the ones we've created on any lake we might fish today. Tanks, small lakes or ponds were the places that we explored in our youth, the places where we learned about nature - the real birds and bees from a kid's perspective. If we didn't catch any fish, we'd fish for crawfish or just play by the side of, or in, the water. There were lots of things to see and do there."

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Hair Jigs — www.bassresource.com — Readability

Hair Jigs — www.bassresource.com — Readability: "Iaconelli reaches for a hair jig when things get tough.

Hair jigs are considered an old-school basic bait, and are almost forgotten.  Everyone has seen them, and yet few use them.  The first time I saw one, I thought it was for salt-water use, or for crappie, or for some other species; but it’s really an unbelievable bass bait – especially under super tough conditions."

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▶ Winter Fishing Tips, Tricks & Secrets - YouTube

▶ Winter Fishing Tips, Tricks & Secrets - YouTube: ""

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Bobber and Jig Fishing for Winter Steelhead: Tips, Techniques & How To | Riptidefish

Bobber and Jig Fishing for Winter Steelhead: Tips, Techniques & How To | Riptidefish: "Fishing with a float and jig has become one of the most popular methods for catching Winter Steelhead. Float fishing is one of the easier techniques to master, making it a perfect option for anyone new to fishing on our Northwest rivers. And while some really do consider this a beginners technique, most expert anglers realize the effectiveness and are float fishing converts as well. While fishing with a float (or bobber) is often identified with lake fishing for smaller trout or panfish, we clever river fishers have infused that simple buoyant apparatus into our world of salmon and steelhead fishing."

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Thursday, November 28, 2013

More Asian Carp DNA Discoveries in Major Waterways — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability

More Asian Carp DNA Discoveries in Major Waterways — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability: "Researchers announced this month that Asian carp DNA was positively identified in both Lake Michigan’s Sturgeon Bay in Wisconsin and Pennsylvania’s section of the Ohio River. The announcement came on the heels of another worrying development, as it was just late last month that scientists confirmed the existence of breeding grass carp in the Lake Erie basin."

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Picking the Right Jigging Spoon for When the Bite…Bites — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability

Picking the Right Jigging Spoon for When the Bite…Bites — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability: "Jigging spoons are Joe Balog’s go-to all winter long. And this jumbo perch came utilizing Humminbird sonar coupled with an Aqua-Vu underwater camera to get his lure in the fish’s face."

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Bystanders Rescue Choking Shark after It Devours Moose — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability

Bystanders Rescue Choking Shark after It Devours Moose — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability: "Two men in Newfoundland, Canada rescued a bloated shark after it apparently had difficulties ingesting a portion of moose meat. According to the CBC, Derrick Chaulk and Jeremy Ball found the shark by the harbor in Norris Arm North on Saturday. Chaulk initially thought the creature was a beached whale. The roughly eight-foot-long Greenland shark was floundering in the shallows with a large chunk of moose meat and fur coming out of its mouth. It was obviously having trouble breathing."

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Wednesday, November 27, 2013

Using Spoons for Action under the Ice — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability

Using Spoons for Action under the Ice — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability: "Ice anglers, just like open water anglers, have lots of options when it comes to lure selection. There are a bunch of different lures we can use to catch walleyes, perch, crappies, and whatever else under the ice. But if you were to look in the tackleboxes of most ice anglers, you would probably see some spoons."

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Florida Angler Hooks and Releases Rare 800-pound Sea Creature — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability

Florida Angler Hooks and Releases Rare 800-pound Sea Creature — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability: "A Florida angler managed to hook this massive creature over the weekend.

Captain Mark Quartiano earned his nickname “Mark the Shark” from years of experience fishing off the coast of Florida, but even he was stunned by his monstrous catch on Saturday. According to CBS Miami, Quartiano hooked the large creature while filming for a series of fishing shows in Miami waters. He identified the stingray as a member of the Dactylobatus clarkii species, relatives of the shark and commonly known as fingerskates or hookskates."

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Tuesday, November 26, 2013

Using Spoons for Action under the Ice | OutdoorHub

Using Spoons for Action under the Ice | OutdoorHub: "Ice anglers, just like open water anglers, have lots of options when it comes to lure selection. There are a bunch of different lures we can use to catch walleyes, perch, crappies, and whatever else under the ice. But if you were to look in the tackleboxes of most ice anglers, you would probably see some spoons."

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Sunday, November 24, 2013

Ice Fishing Tips | Michigan Fishing Report

Ice Fishing Tips | Michigan Fishing Report: "Fishing is a year-round pursuit and for anglers who can’t get enough. That means a big shift in gears this time of year. There’s very little open water in Michigan in winter and if you want to get into the wet stuff, that usually means you have to cut a hole in the hard stuff first."

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▶ Learn to fish with Bass Fishing Tips from Freak Sports kayak fishing - YouTube

▶ Learn to fish with Bass Fishing Tips from Freak Sports kayak fishing - YouTube: ""

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Why We Fish — www.youtube.com — Readability

Why We Fish — www.youtube.com — Readability:

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How to Line-up for Ice Fishing — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability

How to Line-up for Ice Fishing — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability: "The line you use when ice fishing can make the difference between a perch supper and a frozen pizza."

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Saturday, November 23, 2013

A Tough Proposition | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC

A Tough Proposition | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC: "Winter is approaching fast here in the Pacific Northwest, and water temperatures will drop into the mid-40s on most of our takes. It's a time when many abandon bass fishing for other interests. Many anglers are chasing other types of fish such as steelhead and salmon. Walleye fishing is also a good choice for the winter angler here in the Northwest, and many hunting sports are still going strong.
    It is easy to see, that with all the options we have, that winter bass fishing is not as popular as some of the other options we have for cold weather sports."

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60 Point Boat Checklist | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC

60 Point Boat Checklist | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC: "There's nothing a bass fisherman uses during the course of a fishing season that takes more of a beating than the bass boat. The pounding begins the moment you pull out of the boat and trailer out of the driveway and doesn't stop until the boat and trailer are parked."

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How To Catch A 10-Pound Trophy Bass | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC

How To Catch A 10-Pound Trophy Bass | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC: "Everyone wants to catch big bass, but fishing specifically for them requires dedication and careful planning.
Of course, a lot depends on your definition of a big bass. In some parts of the country, anything more than 4 pounds is big. While I share that same thought, I’m talking about catching really big bass – like more than 10 pounds."

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Fly Fishing Tips for Beginners - Android Apps and Tests - AndroidPIT

Fly Fishing Tips for Beginners - Android Apps and Tests - AndroidPIT: "Description
Fly Fishing is a very popular fishing sport that can be both relaxing and challenging at the same time.

This app contains Fly Fishing Tips and Tricks that are ideal for beginners. When you are just starting out learning to fly fish you will want all the help and advice that you can get from the experts."

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▶ Fly fishing tips for Wild Brown Trout - The Totally Awesome Fishing Show - YouTube

▶ Fly fishing tips for Wild Brown Trout - The Totally Awesome Fishing Show - YouTube: ""

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Thursday, November 21, 2013

Exercising the After-dark Option for Fishing Success — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability

Exercising the After-dark Option for Fishing Success — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability: "Night fishing for after-dark feeder species such as walleye can be as productive as it is frustrating until you get used to the challenges created by limited visibility.

If daylight hours are the only time you’re wetting a line, you’re missing some prime angling action. It’s not for everyone, but after-dark efforts can reap huge rewards for fishermen who adjust their schedules, tweak their methods, and rig their boats for night fishing. A side benefit of night fishing is the peace and quiet it offers on waters that may be crowded with other boaters while the sun is up."

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Fishing Off-season Prep — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability

Fishing Off-season Prep — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability: "Shorts weather is gone for many anglers across the country. Taking time to prepare for the next fishing season in the off-season can pay off greatly.

As the winter kicks into full gear, it’s time to start off-season preparations for the next fishing season. Whether you’re a fun fisherman, a pro, or club-level angler, there are many things you can do during the off-season that will help you on the water when the ice thaws. Here are a few things I like to do to prepare my gear for the upcoming fishing season."

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▶ Beginner angler, Bullhead tips easy out hook Free Fishing Video by WillCFish Tips. Catfish too - YouTube

▶ Beginner angler, Bullhead tips easy out hook Free Fishing Video by WillCFish Tips. Catfish too - YouTube: ""

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Wednesday, November 20, 2013

Potential World Record Albino Wels Catfish Recorded in Spain — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability

Potential World Record Albino Wels Catfish Recorded in Spain — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability: "British angler Bernie Campbell could not be happier with his 206-pound albino wels catfish, a behemoth that may break its way into the record books. According to the Daily Mail, Campbell made the historic catch late last month near Barcelona, Spain. Along with his son, Campbell was participating in a trip by Catmaster Tours when the albino fish took his hook and battled the angler for about 30 minutes on the shores of the River Ebro."

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Six Strategies for Cold-water Bass Fishing — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability

Six Strategies for Cold-water Bass Fishing — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability: "Lindgren locates late fall and early winter spots by using LakeMaster mapping and Humminbird Side Imaging.

When the water temperatures plummet in fall, tournament bass angler Rich Lindgren employs numerous cold-water tactics, relying largely on one “jack of all trades bait” called the Kompak Craw for finicky bass in waters below 50 degrees."

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▶ Big Fish Live Bait Rigging - YouTube

▶ Big Fish Live Bait Rigging - YouTube: ""

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Thursday, November 14, 2013

Fall Deep Structure Fishing for Numbers and Lunkers | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC

Fall Deep Structure Fishing for Numbers and Lunkers | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC: "fter the lake turns over, late September through November is prime season for the deep-water structure fisherman on Lake Fork. Additionally, big bass will continue to be caught deep through February, although the bite typically slows by late November. Huge schools of shad group up in deep water and the white bass, yellow bass, and crappie follow them. Being a real sucker for all you can eat buffets, tremendous congregations of bass join the action and happily stuff themselves on the shad, crappie, yellow bass, smaller bass, and anything else they can get in their mouths. Learn how to find and fish for these schools and you'll add your lures to the list of what the bass are eating this fall."

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Research Finds Abandoned Oil Rigs Vital to Gulf of Mexico Fish — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability

Research Finds Abandoned Oil Rigs Vital to Gulf of Mexico Fish — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability: "Preliminary findings by Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi researchers has shown that more than 50 fish species in the Gulf of Mexico rely on decommissioned rigs for habitat. According to a press release by the university, the research was done in sites near Port O’Connor, Port Aransas, and Port Mansfield in Texas. Scientists found that in addition to red snapper, 51 other species called these abandoned rigs home for years at a time."

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St. Croix Avid Surf Rod — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability

St. Croix Avid Surf Rod — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability: "The false albacore were about 120 yards out, across the last visible bar, and they were tearing up the water. Gulls and gannets were diving into the chopped-up bait and anglers were lined up, but they were casting short of where the party was happening. From time to time, you could see glass minnows flipping out of the surface in a long stripe. Most of the anglers were casting spinning reels with eight- or nine-foot rods; I was using a nine-foot rod with an old Abu 6000 reel with the casting weights removed."

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Fish Photography 411 — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability

Fish Photography 411 — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability: "It pays to take a few moments to compose the subjects to capture a good photo of the angler and the catch.

In this age of catch-and-release angling when the only trophy it is “PC” to display on a wall is a fish photo or a fiberglass replica mount, it is more important than ever that you be able to snap a reasonably good shot of your catch—or that made by your friends or family members."

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Deep Cranking Smallmouth Bass — www.youtube.com — Readability

Deep Cranking Smallmouth Bass — www.youtube.com — Readability:

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Wednesday, November 13, 2013

Muskie Fishing | Fall | Muskie Fishing Tips

Muskie Fishing | Fall | Muskie Fishing Tips: "I love to fish for whatever will challenge my tackle. But, I have an intense passion for the mighty muskellunge and chase the toothy giants whenever possible! "

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Tuesday, November 12, 2013

Ice Team Tips: Patterning Fish with Logbooks — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability

Ice Team Tips: Patterning Fish with Logbooks — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability: "Keeping a logbook of the waters you fish, their conditions, and details of the catch (if applicable) are a key tool in the development of an angler. Logbooks help us to remember significant and minute events that may have affected the bite of the fish that day. Why were they there? Why aren’t they here? What are they feeding on? Those are all questions which a fishing logbook can answer for you."

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Sunday, November 10, 2013

Mattlures jitterfish. Two monsters one Cast!!

Mattlures jitterfish. Two monsters one Cast!!:

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How to Throw a Cast Net: 12 Steps - wikiHow

How to Throw a Cast Net: 12 Steps - wikiHow: "All consistently successful fishermen will have one thing in common: they know the indigenous species of baitfish. The only problem is that baitfish are generally expensive — at least the solid kind that fish really feed on. About the time you realize you should have gotten some baitfish, it's often too late into your trip to set a trap or head back to the baitshop to fork over the cash. The one good way with instant results is to throw a cast net. Few things seem more difficult than throwing one correctly, but with a little practice, you will be a pro at it and the first thing you do before any outing is to throw a cast net and have a backup bucket of baitfish to show for it. To throw a cast net as a left-hander, simply reverse the direction of the hands."

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Jeremy Wade's Rarely Catch In Congo River | Oddity Central - Collecting Oddities

Jeremy Wade's Rarely Catch In Congo River | Oddity Central - Collecting Oddities: "You probably all know the famous fisherman from Animal Planet’s River Monsters, Jeremy Wade. While he was on a fishing expedition with his crew in Africa, up the Congo River, the British angler made an amazing and rarely catch : he grappled with a giant piranha and managed to defeat the monster after a serious fight."

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Trilene Knot - How to tie a Trilene Knot

Trilene Knot - How to tie a Trilene Knot: "The Trilene Knot is a strong and reliable connection to be used in joining monofilament or fluorocarbon to swivels, snaps, hooks and artificial lures. The knot is said to retain 85-90% of the original line strength. The double wrap of line through the eyelet provides a protective measure for added safety."

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Baitcast Skipping To Tight Spots | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC

Baitcast Skipping To Tight Spots | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC: "The dark spot covered with cobwebs in the back of that wooden pier looks like the ideal hiding place for a big bass.
   However the target is unreachable with a conventional overhand cast and those wooden posts next to the spot make it dicey to skip your lure on spinning gear with light line.  So to get to that spot you are going to have to resort to skipping a power bait with a baitcast reel."

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Friday, November 8, 2013

▶ How to Fly Fish for Tarpon : Fishing Tips - YouTube

▶ How to Fly Fish for Tarpon : Fishing Tips - YouTube: ""

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The Split Shot Rig | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC

The Split Shot Rig | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC: "The split shot rig is a finesse version of a fish finding rig along the lines of the Carolina rig. Too many anglers dismiss this method as being too slow or a small fish method. The truth is that it is a deadly finesse method that can cover water as efficiently and as quickly as the Carolina rig. The split shot method also is a great way to catch limits of keeper sized bass. What tournament angler could dispute the success of that?"

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Thursday, November 7, 2013

Keeping Your Fish Fresh — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability

Keeping Your Fish Fresh — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability: "Like any fish destined for the dinner table, this walleye will taste best if it goes straight from the water into the frying pan. Unless you are prepared to cook up a shore lunch, you will need to properly care for your catch to keep it palatable—especially if you plan to freeze the meat for a mid-winter meal."

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▶ Patterning Fish - YouTube

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Favorite Midwest Fishing Spots from 2013 — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability

Favorite Midwest Fishing Spots from 2013 — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability: "Kevan Paul caught this crappie in Clear Lake in northcentral Iowa. Several species of panfish are on the upswing in Clear Lake.

During the course of a fishing season, I get to fish a lot of different lakes, rivers, and reservoirs. Some lakes go through changes, some good, some not so good. This past year I had the opportunity to fish several bodies of water that have changed some since the last time I was there. Here’s what I mean."

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▶ Choosing the right jerkbait rod - YouTube

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The Split Shot Rig | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC

The Split Shot Rig | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC: "The split shot rig is a finesse version of a fish finding rig along the lines of the Carolina rig. Too many anglers dismiss this method as being too slow or a small fish method. The truth is that it is a deadly finesse method that can cover water as efficiently and as quickly as the Carolina rig. The split shot method also is a great way to catch limits of keeper sized bass. What tournament angler could dispute the success of that?"

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Tuesday, November 5, 2013

Adding to the Ice Revolution, Part Two — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability

Adding to the Ice Revolution, Part Two — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability: "As you can see here, the line between shelter and clothing has been blurred, making it easier to “fish outside” while remaining comfortable.

When it comes to modern ice fishing, there is a direct connection between tools and techniques. The tools make the techniques possible. And yet, when it comes to talking about the tools, we often lose the direct connection to the techniques."

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▶ Cool Topwater Bass Fishing Strikes and Catches - YouTube

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Monday, November 4, 2013

Ice Team Tips: Ice Safety — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability

Ice Team Tips: Ice Safety — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability: "As ice fishing season draws near, anglers are brimming with excitement at the thought of finally getting back out onto the ice. It’s easy to get caught up in the excitement to get out and fish first ice and become complacent about safety. Every year we lose far too many ice anglers. Last year was an especially tough year for us across the ice belt with the tragic loss of Ice Team Pro Jim Hudson. Going into this season, safety is in the forefront of almost every angler’s mind. Here are a few tips to help ensure you stay safe this coming season."

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Virginia Woman Catches Unusually Large Late-season Chinook — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability

Virginia Woman Catches Unusually Large Late-season Chinook — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability: "Holly Vagely may not have broken any records, but she certainly did accomplish a feat that Alaska’s Waterfall Resort has not seen in over 10 years. According to a press release from the resort, Vagely hooked Waterfall’s season record with a 63.5-pound wild Alaskan king, or Chinook, salmon."

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How to tie a Carolina Rig | Lure Fishing Tips

How to tie a Carolina Rig | Lure Fishing Tips:

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How to Texas Rig a Soft Plastic Fishing Lure | Lure Fishing Tips

How to Texas Rig a Soft Plastic Fishing Lure | Lure Fishing Tips: "bass fishing bass fishing tips bass fishing 2013 fishing videos fishing for bass fishing for catfish fishing knots fishing big fish fishing shark kayak bass …"

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Sunday, November 3, 2013

Ice Team Tips: Go Shallow or Go Home — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability

Ice Team Tips: Go Shallow or Go Home — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability: "Depending on the species you target, you might fish in many different depths through the winter, but I’ve found that day in and day out I catch my biggest fish on the shallowest end of the spectrum. I’m not saying you need to go the lake and drill a hole in two feet of water and start fishing, but typically shallow fish will be more aggressive and the biggest fish will live there as well."

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Bowfisherman Takes New Ohio State Record Buffalo — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability

Bowfisherman Takes New Ohio State Record Buffalo — www.outdoorhub.com — Readability: "Brent McGlone of Marysville is the new record holder for Ohio’s largest bigmouth buffalo taken by bow. According to a press release from the Outdoor Writers of Ohio, the organization’s Record Fish Committee recently certified the fish as a state record. McGlone, 38, caught the buffalo while fishing in Lake Erie on October 11, but the precise location is one that he is not keen to tell."

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Take A Look At These Fishing Tips! — www.mcsmitigation.com — Readability

Take A Look At These Fishing Tips! — www.mcsmitigation.com — Readability: "Catching fish is a must if you're fishing with partners and want to come out on top. No one wants to see their buddy catch a 10 pound trout, when they come up with nothing! This article will give you all the advice you need to catch the biggest, best fish your friends have ever seen!"

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Fishing Tips Used By The Most Successful Professionals — support.frontieradjusters.com — Readability

Fishing Tips Used By The Most Successful Professionals — support.frontieradjusters.com — Readability: "There aren't many recreational outdoor activities more popular than fishing. Nothing beats lounging in the sun near a body of water, angling for a few fish. If you are interested in learning new fishing skills to improve your fishing experiences, this article has some valuable information for you. The tips within will help you amaze family and friends with your expertise."

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Catch More Fish With These Great Fishing Tips — support.officetimeline.com — Readability

Catch More Fish With These Great Fishing Tips — support.officetimeline.com — Readability: "The appeal of fishing is nearly universal. People all over the globe, in all age and socioeconomic categories, take great enjoyment from this hobby. The best way to gain the most pleasure from fishing is to know as much as possible about the topic. By studying the tips and advice in this article, you will be well-equipped to understand why fishing is so loved all over the world."

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Topwater Fishing Tips Video — texasfishingforum.com — Readability

Topwater Fishing Tips Video — texasfishingforum.com — Readability: "Hello TFF members, check out the below video to see my 5 favorite topwater baits! During the fall I like to fish topwater lures in the back 1/2 of major creeks, especially around areas that have large numbers of baitfish and birds. Make sure to choose the correct topwater for the weather conditions, water clarity, and cover you are fishing for the best result. As always I appreciate all of your great comments and good luck fishing! Let me know what your favorite topwater lure is!"

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Plastic Worms | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC

Plastic Worms | The Ultimate Bass Fishing Resource Guide® LLC: "If you're after a trophy bass, the worm is probably the best type of lure you can use. Many Bass anglers regard plastic worms as the single most effective lure for big bass. Their long, thin profile and lifelike action suggest a wide range of prey. Yet in spite of their ability to catch bass, worms often are misused and misunderstood. They're a "feel" bait that requires some technique on your part."

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Saturday, November 2, 2013

Thread: Surf Fishing tips — www.thebassbarn.com — Readability

Thread: Surf Fishing tips — www.thebassbarn.com — Readability: "With the wind howling, and some work that had to be finished, I haven't been fishing for a few days. For me, at this time of year, that is kind of strange. So I have been tidying up my gear and thought I would start a thread about some tricks of the trade, so to speak. I have said it before and will say it again. If Thomas Edison was an angler, I am sure he plied his trade from the sand. Surf anglers are the most innovative of the species. I'll start it off with a couple but I am more interested to see what some of you guys/gals have come up with. Always ready to learn."

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