Growing the sport of bass fishing is a double-edged sword. While it’s healthy for the industry to be growing at the rate it is, it also can cause some trouble because more people fishing means one thing – more people are fishing.
“There is more fishing pressure today than ever before,” said Mik...

For many anglers, topwater fishing is one of the most exciting ways to catch bass.
“Everybody goes crazy on a topwater strike,” said Shaw Grigsby. “When you’re fishing, and one blows up next to you, every one of us has the same reaction, ‘Oh my gosh!’ and we make a cast over there.”
Grigsby de...

The Z-Man Chatterbait isn’t new on the fishing scene anymore. However, it’s still dominating tournament trails nationwide due to its ability to catch fish in almost every condition.
“I would venture to guess there is nobody that has in the great United States of America that has logged more hours...

Forward-facing sonar has been changing the fishing industry for several years, but taking the time to truly harness its power isn’t something that can be done overnight.
One of the technology’s greatest uses is just how much time it can save you while fishing.
“It's literally about catching, n...

Fishing pressure is impacting every body of water across the country – potentially more than ever. One way anglers can offset this is by reaching fish that others aren’t targeting.
“If you want to do this for a living, you can go anywhere in the country, and catch more fish than anybody else j...

Locating bass in practice can be hard enough, but when they’ve moved by tournament day in can complicate things in a hurry.
If you understand the migration routes that bass take, it can make relocating them much easier.
“We've all been on fish and lose track of them, 'Man, they were there yes...

Fishing large grass beds can often be overwhelming for many anglers. To the untrained eye, it all looks the same. However, being able to break down grass beds effectively will help you catch more bass. “Grass is a good habitat,” said Bryan Schmitt. “It's probably the best habitat on any of body o...

Do you want to learn how to better locate and catch bass offshore? While many anglers consider offshore fishing strictly a summer-time activity, it’s a variable strategy in many lakes all year long. “Offshore fishing, for really anything I've won in my career, that's the technique that I've leane...

Catching a trophy Smallmouth bass is often a once-and-a-lifetime opportunity for many anglers. Understanding the seasonal patterns of those fish can help increase your odds, especially during the spawn. “I think it's probably the most important thing in fishing,” said Pete Gluszek, about underst...

Do you feel lost when fishing in the current? While moving water can help position bass in easy-to-catch areas, it can also be overwhelming for the inexperienced angler to deal with – especially when it comes to boat positioning. “The key to fishing current, and doing it well, is understanding ho...

Do you tend to get stressed out when things aren’t going your way? While having the right gear and finding the right fish is important – being mentally strong on the water is also a major factor when fishing tournaments. "A positive mind does not always guarantee success, but a negative mind will...

How much thought do you give the water column you’re targeting while fishing? As anglers, we spend plenty of time thinking about baits and techniques, but the positioning of the fish in the water column can often be just as – if not more – important when it comes to catching fish.
“Throughout th...

Do you feel like you get mentally lost while having a tough day on the water? While tournament bass fishing is exciting, it can quickly become stressful when things aren’t going your way.
In this seminar, Fred Roumbanis explains just how to survive competing in bass tournaments. Roumbanis discus...

One of the biggest misconceptions in bass fishing is that pros only fish products from the companies they are sponsored by. While it’s true they often use a lot of products from those companies, certain baits make their way into every angler's boat – regardless of sponsors. In this seminar, John ...

As the waters warm up in the summer, many anglers find it difficult to catch fish. The spring, shallow-water feeding frenzies are long gone, but that doesn't mean you can't still catch fish.
"Summertime is a challenging time of year to catch fish," said Pete Gluszek. "It's as challenging as the ...

Dean Rojas is a highly acclaimed and skilled professional bass fisherman, particularly known for his expertise in fishing with topwater frogs. He has achieved considerable success in numerous bass fishing tournaments using this technique. In 2004, Rojas introduced the topwater frog to the public ...

How comfortable are you with a drop shot (aka dropshot rig)? As forward-facing sonar continues to grow in popularity, techniques like drop shotting are becoming increasingly important to target bass. In this seminar, Jay Przekurat takes an in-depth look at the drop shot rig to help you catch more...

John Murray, a highly respected veteran in tournament bass fishing, is known for his exceptional skills and his ability to teach others. With three Bassmaster Elite wins to his name, he has proven himself as a successful angler. However, Murray recognizes that in bass fishing, the mental aspect p...

It's a common misconception that swimbait fishing only means big baits and big gear. But anglers have options of all sizes for all conditions, and they all have one thing in common: the ability to catch big bass.
In this seminar, Ryan Salzman, the founder of True Bass Swimbaits, shares his tips ...

Smallmouth fishing can be tricky. While they can be some of the most exciting fish to catch, many rules anglers have learned for targeting largemouth bass go out the window.
In this seminar, Pete Gluszek details the differences between the two species of bass, and how to effectively target them ...

Do you want to learn to catch smallmouth in deep water? Catching smallies can often be challenging enough, but targeting these finicky fish in deeper water presents an entirely different set of challenges. In this seminar, Jonathon VanDam discusses how to target and reach those tough-to-catch fis...

Are you ready to take that next step in your bass fishing career? For some, it might mean fishing the Toyota Series or Bassmaster Opens, while for others, it's about improving skills, catching more fish, or winning local club tournaments. Whatever "going to the next level" means to you, achieving...

Do you prefer to pick an area apart or run from spot to spot? While many anglers enjoy dissecting a certain area, others find more comfort in running and gunning throughout the day.
By establishing a number of smaller areas, such as rock and brush piles, docks, and offshore structures, anglers a...

Jody Queen, a well-known kayak fishing legend, has achieved remarkable success in his career, including victories in prestigious events like the 2019 Hobie BOS and 2021 KBF at the Ten. One of his key techniques, which has contributed to his wins, is jigging a spinnerbait in dirty river systems. T...