When many anglers decide to go flipping and pitching for bass, they decide between using a jig or a soft plastic bait. However, there is a often a place for both when targeting bass throughout the year. In this seminar, Taylor Watkins explains the different times type of lure may succeed, and whe...

Do you understand how the rate of fall on a bait can impact the bite? While some anglers reach for heavy weights when flipping and pitching, others lean toward lighter options. Regardless of which fits your fishing style the best, understanding the role of a bait’s rate of fall is crucial in lear...

Plenty of anglers like throwing lipless crankbaits early in the year, but did you know you can catch fish on them all season long? The early spring lipless bite is something many anglers look forward to all year, but once those spawning bass move out to deeper water, a lot of anglers reach for de...

A spoon is one of the most under-utilized tools in many anglers' lineups, but this versatile technique is something you can use to target fish all year. While jigging spoons fished vertically over cover excel in the cooler months, casting and flutter spoons shine during the warmer months when bas...

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...

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...

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...

How confident are you with a jerkbait? It’s a proven fish-catching technique for many, but plenty of anglers still shy away from the bait – especially in the warmer months. “There’s a common misconception about a jerbait – ‘It's only a wintertime bait,’” said John Hunter. “‘It's only a prespawn t...

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 ...

As bass across the country migrate out of their spawning areas to deep water structure, many anglers are searching for fish offshore. Offshore fishing can be overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be.
“When it comes to deep fishing, I have a number of baits,” said Gerald Swindle. “I can't just say...

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 ...

Join Professional Bassmaster Elite Series Pro and Bassmaster Kayak Series Champion, Greg DiPalma, as he takes you on an immersive journey into the world of fishing aquatic vegetation from a kayak. With a wealth of experience spanning both the boater and kayak sides of professional fishing, Greg b...

Do you know how to catch bass deep cranking? While often only looked at as a way to catch bass in the summer, this power-fishing technique can be utilized all year to help put more fish in the boat.
“When you think about deep cranking, most people are going to think about ledge season on the Ten...

Do you want to learn more about grass fishing? Bass tend to position themselves around vegetation throughout the year, but finding them in miles of grass can be difficult.
In this seminar, Todd Faircloth breaks down how he fishes grass effectively throughout the year to help him catch more fish....

Meet Josh Douglas, a talented angler from Minnesota who's made a name for himself on the Bassmaster Elite Series tournament trail. Josh's journey into the world of fishing began early, with hockey skates on his feet and a spinning rod in his hands. His true passion lies in mastering the art of ca...

When do you pick up a jerkbait? While this technique is a popular way to catch more bass in the winter and early spring, it also has a place in your arsenal throughout the other times of year.
"Don't put away the jerkbait," said Brent Ehrler. "Everyone thinks that it's a springtime and early spr...

Professional angler Bill Lowen shares his expertise on bladed jig fishing in this comprehensive seminar with Bass University.
Bill covers all aspects of bladed jig fishing, starting with the essential gear you'll need, including the right rod, reel, and line to use for effective fishing. He then...

Bassmaster Elite Series Pro John Soukup shares his expert tips on jerkbait fishing, a method that has helped him succeed in many tournaments and helped him qualify for the Bassmaster Elites.
In this session, John covers everything about jerkbaits, starting from the basics to some of his secret t...

2024 Bassmaster Classic Champion Justin Hamner teams up with Bass University to give up all the secrets of the exact technique that helped him win the Bassmaster Classic on Grand Lake, a Jerkbait.
Hamner dives into everything about jerkbaits. Rod, reel, and line selection are crucial for succes...

Bassmaster Elite Series Champion Luke Palmer joins Bass University for a seminar on seasonal soft plastics.
Palmer, an Oklahoma native, grew up using a flipping stick to pitch a variety of soft plastics. He secured his first Elite event win on Santee Cooper with a Yum Wooly Bug. In the seminar, ...

Join Bass University as Greg "Hack Attack" Hackney, a Bassmaster Elite Series Pro and Champion, shares his expertise on the importance of understanding current bass fishing. Greg discusses the factors that drive current, including current events, locks and dams, and key areas. He emphasizes that ...

Bassmaster Elite Series Pro Cole Sands is an expert when it comes to deep water power-fishing. This seminar with Cole and Bass University is all about deep crankbaits, finding bass with your electronics, and triggering schools.
Cole dives into how to choose the right crankbait along with color ...

MLF Bass Pro Tour Angler Stephen Browning is a renowned figure in bass fishing. In this seminar with Bass University, Stephen provides valuable insights on how to catch fish during the most challenging times of the year.
Stephen identifies early-season cold fronts, post-spawn funk, dog days of s...

Major League Fishing Bass Pro Tour Angler Stephen Browning is one of the most successful anglers of all time. In this seminar with Bass University Stephen talks about cranking 365 days a year.
Stephen breaks down crankbait fishing through the seasons, along with rod, reel, line, and gear ratio ...