Conservation News
Giant salvinia returns in Texas
AUSTIN, Texas – Once thought eradicated, giant salvinia has again been confirmed in Texas’ Lake Fork. And this time, it’s probably there to stay. That’s bad news for both fish...
Going from Birmingham to Beijing
The year is almost behind us and 2018 is quickly approaching. I didn’t add any hardware to the collection in 2017 and fell well short of the goals I had...
B.A.S.S. Nation
2018 B.A.S.S. Nation regional events announced
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Bass club anglers qualifying for three B.A.S.S. Nation Regional tournaments in 2018 will have an unusual opportunity at the host fisheries — they might encounter a “10”...
Gear
Gear Review: Shimano Exsense
What is it? Shimano Exsence spinning reel What sets it apart? Ego-charged bass anglers may frown on spinning tackle, but Shimano recently debuted a serious weapon for the finesse game....
Marshal Memories: Valuable and informative experiences
By Barb Elliott When one thinks about being a Bassmaster Marshal, the first thing most people think about is the cash outlay. My first Marshal experience on Oneida years ago...
Daily Limit: The Butler did it!
Ryan Butler discovered there is crying in bass fishing. Butler was overcome with emotion several times on his two-hour ride home from the Toyota Bonus Bucks Bassmaster Team Championship Classic...
B.A.S.S. Nation
California B.A.S.S. Nation State Team for 2018 set
NACIMIENTO, Calif. — With Brad Shepherd’s win at Lake Nacimiento on Nov. 12, the 2018 California B.A.S.S. Nation State Team was set. Shepherd, of Templeton, Calif., won the 2017 California...
How-To
5 baits for cold water power fishing
Just because the water's getting cold doesn't mean you have to abandon power techniques. Bass still have to eat!
Day on the lake: Drew Benton
Whether you are fishing late November or early December, the opportunity to load the boat is high. If water temps are in the 50s on your home lake, get off...
Gear
Gear Review: Jackall Firecracker Buzzbait
What is it? Jackall Firecracker Buzzbait What sets it apart? Buzzbaits don’t do “subtle,” but Jackall’s new design cranks up the volume with a dual prop design that produces a...
