Columnists

The Atchafalaya Basin, part 2

Greg Hackney

Before we get too far into this thing I want to say that I haven’t fished all that much of the Basin. I doubt very many anglers have. It’s so...

Comparing electronics and trail cams

Jason Christie

I’ve often said that after a tournament season ends, I like to unplug from fishing for several weeks and enjoy the relaxation and family bonding of deer season. But, as...

Have fun, worry about sponsors later

Josh Bertrand

A while back, I was scrolling through social media when I found a post from a young angler who was apologizing to his sponsors after a tough performance in a...

Hunting hurricane hawgs

Bernie Schultz

As I write this, Hurricane Matthew is grinding his way north up the Atlantic coastline. And I’m sure many of you living on or near the coast know firsthand how...

High-fives and hugs are special medicine

Gerald Swindle

Well, as you have probably heard by now, I went from winning the Toyota Bassmaster Angler of the Year trophy straight to a hospital bed for six days. Complications from...

Why I fish a few Opens every year

Jordan Lee

Some Bassmaster Elite Series pros fish the Opens, some don’t. It can be looked at from both sides of the table. Personally, I see it as an opportunity to strengthen...

The family, of us: Bob Simons

Don Barone

“Brother, let me be your fortress…” Dateline: Rocky Hill, CT “Never worry about numbers. Help one person at a time, and always start with the person nearest you.”~Mother Teresa If...

Fishing the Classic with my son

Alton Jones

I’m very proud of my son, Alton Jones Jr., but his recent win at the Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Central Open on the Red River is only part of that...

The Atchafalaya Basin, part 1

Greg Hackney

The last Central Open is coming up at the end of the month. It’s on the Atchafalaya Basin, one of the most interesting fisheries in the United States. It deserves...

I’m still learning

Matt Lee

Let’s face the facts. This has been a tough year for me. I ended up finishing 82nd in the Toyota Bassmaster Angler of the Year standings. You can’t even see...