Skittering, jiggerpoling, doodlesocking: bass-fishing methods as tried and tested as their names are odd. But the truth is that they worked for your grandpa -- and they'll work for you, too. ... [+] Full Article

Now's a prime time to select your favorite hard or soft jerkbait to fool sluggish bass into biting during the early season. Here's how to use these lures effectively! ... [+] Full Article

Now’s the time when big bass begin to prowl the shallows of your favorite lake or reservoir. These tips will help you to catch (and release) some trophy fish right now. (May 2008) ... [+] Full Article

Everyone knows that bass haunt weeds. But crucial to consistent success is knowing exactly where they’ll be in those tules or rushes at any time of day. (May 2008) ... [+] Full Article

Lake Erie’s famed smallmouth angling gets into high gear this month. For shore and boat anglers in Ohio and Pennsylvania, opportunities abound. Here’s how to get in on some world-class fishing right now! (May 2008) ... [+] Full Article

If you’ve ever wanted to try your hand at catching three different species of black bass in one day, here are the top spots to do it in our state. (May 2008) ... [+] Full Article

Specialized tactics could improve your bass-fishing by leaps and bounds. Take a page from the pros and use their techniques to catch lure-loving lunkers. (April 2008) ... [+] Full Article

Sometimes live bait is hard to find or you don't have time to get it -- that's when lifelike plugs, jigs and plastics come in handy for spring striped bass. (April 2008) ... [+] Full Article

Why wait for spring? The month of love might just bring your best chance of taking the lunker largemouth of a lifetime. (February 2008). ... [+] Full Article

What a difference some rain can make! Last year, our lakes were at record low water levels; now they’re at record highs. So what does that mean for our bass fishing this spring. (March 2008). ... [+] Full Article