On the water at Table Rock

Opens anglers are canvassing Table Rock Lake in search of the biggest bass on Day One of the Central Open #2.

Winning practice doesn’t count

Pre-fishing days or practice fishing are the days just prior to the tournament. By pre-fishing too many days in advance you only ensure that you will have to change your pattern by tournament time.

Snow shoe bassin’

When the snow starts to fly up North, outdoorsmen get excited. With big Ohio bucks fattening up, steelhead heading up the rivers, an unbelievable night bite, and giant Erie walleye within casting distance from shore, it is no wonder.

The surgery

I had my shoulder surgery a few days ago, and also experienced Newton’s law all in the same day.

Renewed excitement

After this season, I was left with thoughts of reflection, not just on the last tournament but the season as a whole. Giant questions and small demons plagued me as I pushed through the season; and they resulted in a tournament season full of struggle.

Day One Launch

Check out photos from the Day One launch of the 2011 Bass Pro Shops Northern Open 2.

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