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By Trevor Kugler

In this article I'm going to outline some extremely effective bass fishing tips that make for a better fishing experience for any angler. When you talk about bass fishing you're normally talking about two main species of bass, largemouth bass and smallmouth bass. The tips in this article apply to both species of bass, and can even be used in a variety of fishing situations.

The first tip for better bass fishing is to use fishing line that's as light as you can. Many bass anglers tend to use fishing line that's much too heavy. I realize that if you fish for bass in heavy cover heavier line is necessary, but in most bass fishing situations it's not. For example, did you know that 8 pound test monofilament fishing line can hold 8 pounds of dead weight without breaking at its weakest point? This doesn't take into account the bend of the rod and the drag of the reel, which both take pressure off of the fishing line as well.

Take all of this into account, then ask yourself when the last time you caught an eight pound bass was? My point to all of this is that many times bass anglers use fishing line that's entirely too heavy, and this cost them bites. Bass have sensitive eyesight and f they can see your line under the water, they are much less apt to bite. Using light line is also much more challenging and makes for better fishing all the way around.

The next tip for catching more bass is to use bass lures that are as realistic as possible. I realize this may sound obvious, but some fishing lures are much more realistic than other. This makes a difference when bass fishing and is a great tip for catching more bass. Better bass fishing begins with the fishing lure that you choose to use, and the more realistic that lure appears the better.

The final tip for catching more bass is to use Mother Nature to your advantage. When I use the term 'Mother Nature' I'm referring specifically to the weather and moon. These two forces of Mother Nature have an amazing impact on the feeding behavior of fish. One of the best tips for catching more bass is to learn the simple ways the weather and moon affect bass behavior, and use this information to your advantage. These simple, yet effective bass fishing tips will help any bass angler catch more bass.

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By Trevor Kugler

When it comes to smallmouth bass fishing there are hundreds of tips to help you catch more bass. In this article I'm going to give you three tips that you may have never heard of. These tips have helped me catch many smallmouth bass over the last 25 years, and I know they will do the same for you. When it comes to tips to catch more bass, these smallmouth tips have to be among the top 10.

The first smallmouth bass fishing tip I'm going to mention is for fishing in the flowing water of a river or stream, the second is for fishing anywhere that smallmouth bass swim, and the third is primarily for smallmouth fishing in lakes. All of these tips have made me a much more successful smallmouth bass angler. Use on or all of them sooner rather than later and they can do the same for you.

Use Gang Hooks & Live Bait - This smallmouth bass fishing tip is for use in the flowing waters of rivers or streams. Rivers and streams are a great place to fish for smallmouth bass. They can be fished for in much the same way that one fishes for trout. Gang hooks are the best way to present live bait (especially live worms) in river and stream situations. A live worm rigged on a set of gang hooks and allowed to drift naturally with the current of a river or stream is an extremely effective smallmouth bass fishing technique.
Use The Moon To Your Advantage - As a smallmouth bass angler using the moon to your advantage is of the utmost importance. By doing this, you can make sure that your on the water when the smallmouth arte the most active. By being on the water when the smallmouths are the most active you will catch more bass, it's as simple as that. Learn the simple ways the moon affects fish and fishing and you will experience much higher bite rates. For example, did you know that fish are more active when the moon is full?
Use Realistic Fishing Lures - When smallmouth bass fishing having fishing lures that are realistic is of the utmost importance. When smallmouth bass fishing having a natural looking fishing lure is a great tip to catch more bass. The more the fishing lure you use looks like the bait fish the bass normally eat the better off you'll be. The bottom line is this: use realistic fishing lures and you'll catch more bass.
The above tips will help you catch more bass on your next smallmouth bass fishing excursion. These tips have been helping me catch large numbers of smallmouth bass for more than 25 years, and as I alluded to earlier, if they work for me they will work for anyone. Remember, smallmouth bass fishing tips are just like any advice you receive in life. The simplest things are very often, the most effective.

Trevor Kugler is co-founder of JRWfishing.com and an avid angler. He has more than 25 years experience fishing for all types of fish, and 15 years of business and internet experience. He currently raises his three year old daughter in the heart of trout fishing country.....Montana!

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By Trevor Kugler

As the weather gets colder and the leaves begin to change color, you begin to think about fishing, right? Well, you most certainly should. There is probably no better time for fishing than the fall. In this article I'm going to explore some fall fishing tips that will help you catch more fish on your next fishing outing. While most everyone is focusing on football, school, and hunting, do yourself a favor and spend some time fishing, you won't be disappointed.

The fall is the best time to be on the water, in my opinion. There are many less anglers and the fish are hungry. You see, fish tend to "stock up" on food before the long, cold days of winter when their metabolism slows and they tend to eat less. Not to mention the fact that the scenery in the Fall of the year tends to be much better than in other seasons. Being in Nature is a big part of fishing, and Natures majesty is truly on display during the fall of the year.

Shall we get down to the fall fishing tips now? Sounds good to me.

Use Gang Hooks - This tip is true in all seasons, but its nonetheless true. If you use live bait, including live or synthetic worms, gang hooks are a must. They are simply a pair of small hooks tied in tandem, which enable worms to be presented n an outstretched and natural manner. This makes a big difference in not only bite rates, but also those pesky 'short striking' fish. Gang hooks are a great fall fishing tip.
Use "Fresh" Line - After a spring and summer of fishing, fresh line is of the utmost importance. You should change your line frequently in any case, but certainly as the fall fishing season begins. Fresh line, which obviously means new line, is a must as fall fishing season begins. New line can make a huge difference in knot tying, casting distance, and breakage.
Use The Weather & Moon To Your Advantage - The weather & moon have a huge impact in the activity level of fish, and knowing how this works can be a big advantage to you as an angler. And it's not necessary to become a meteorologist or astronomer either. The basic information of how these two forces of Mother Nature impact fishing trips is all that is necessary. The information can be learned in a few minutes of study, and will pay dividends for many years to come.
Have Good Fingerless Gloves Available - In any areas of the country, fall fishing can get a bit chilly at times, and having access to some quality fingerless gloves can make many fall fishing trips much more enjoyable. Fingerless gloves are a great fall fishing tip. Throw a pair in your fishing vest, just in case you need them. Nothing can ruin a perfectly good fishing trip like freezing fingers.
These simple, yet incredibly helpful, fall fishing tips will not only help you catch more fish, they will also help you to be much more comfortable. Use one or all of them to have a much better fishing experience.

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By Marilyn Roberts

Night fishing brings a mix of sounds from bugs, frogs, and small animals. As it cools down the big fish will start coming to the shallow water. This is the time to catch that big one that always seems to get away.

Night time is the perfect time for catching some big catfish. When you put your lantern on the shoreline, bugs will be attracted to the lights as well as the fish. The small baitfish will come toward the light and the large fish will be there to feed on them. That is why you should use live bait such as minnows, etc.

Choose the mouth of inlets or further up in the inlet for night fishing. Also shallow areas that are next to the deeper water would do well. While there is still light you can set up your cooler, chairs, light, fish basket and anything else you think you might need. It is best to keep to one area in the darkness because running around the shore at night could be dangerous. Then settle back and start a night of fishing.

When it starts getting dark the catfish will come to the shallow water. You could start with some night crawlers on a sliding sinker rig. A good bait fishing setup is a sliding sinker with o-ring tied under it with a #8 hook and 16" leader. Cast out and every 10 or 15 minutes move it around. Next, a second rod with a minnow or other baitfish and use the sliding rig. These are the rigs that will produce the most fish for night fishing. It is a slower but more relaxing type of fishing and it can pay off big.

Other fish might take the bait as well such as gar, carp, walleye, white bass, bass, etc. Be prepared for anything as you never know what you'll catch with your night fishing.

There's nothing like night fishing to relax, dream, count the stars and, of course, catch that big one. So do yourself a little night fishing, a little communing with nature, and feel your anxiety and worries slip away.

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By Marilyn Roberts

Bluegills come in many different varieties such as the red ear, pumpkin seed, and other sunfish. They will work you hard but are fun to catch. It will take a pretty big catch to make a great meal, but it will be well worth it.

For fishing early in the season for bluegill, an ultra lite pole and #4 line will be your best bet. Using a clear line would be the best way to go. To get set up for some bluegill fishing make sure you have all of your hardware such as a good variety of small spinners, a basket or bucket, tackle box, sinkers, hooks, bobbers and jigs.

Using eight or six size hooks and thin wire with a variety of split shot will set you right up. The ultra lite rig will not require you to use as much weight. The #6 hook with a nightcrawler as bait and no sinker is a good choice for bluegill fishing. Use the smaller nightcrawlers, not the red worms. The worms need to be heavy enough so you won't have to use a sinker, but you could use a small split shot sinker if you want.

Most bluegill will be going to the shallow water to spawn in the early season which will bring them close to the shore. You should be able to see some of them by just walking around the edge of the lake. You will want to fish the edges and look for overhanging trees or moss beds. You can fish from the shore or use a small boat. Once you cast, just leave the reel open and they will run with it a little, then you can set the hook.

You need to use a basket or bucket to keep them alive. Drill some holes in the bucket and leave it in the water, tying it to a tree by the shore if possible. A 5 gallon bucket half filled and half out of the water would work well. You want to keep them alive as long as you can and then put them in ice to take home. Now it is time to get ready for some good eating!

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By Daryl Plaza

Ice fishing tips for the beginner can be the difference in having a great ice fishing experience or one that can be the worst time of your life. Ice fishing is a favorite hobby among many people and can be a great way to have a good time. If you are new to the hobby, then you may find it difficult to have much success or to enjoy yourself. By following some simple ice fishing tips, you can learn to have a great time while you catch some fish and enjoy this great sport.

One of the best and most important of these ice fishing tips is to be prepared. Preparation is the key in many of the things that we do and ice fishing is no different. Obviously when we think of ice fishing we think of snow and ice. This means that the temperature will be very cold. For this reason, you want to dress warmly and prevent your body from getting cold.

The best way to do this is to dress in layers, that way if you get too warm, you can shed some of the clothing off one layer at a time. The second tip for ice fishing would be to fish at the times when the fish are the most active. The best way to determine when the fish are the most active is to pay very close attention to the moon and weather.

These two factors play a very big role level of activity among fish. When it comes to bait and tackle, it is always best to use gang hooks. These gang hooks are smaller hooks that are tied together. This type of hook will allow for for the bait to present itself to fish in a more natural way. Should you choose to use artificial bait, then using pre-tied gang hooks will allow you to offer twice the amount of bait. This will double your chances of catching that big one.

By following these simple and basic ice fishing tips, you are sure to have an entertaining experience as well as a successful ice fishing trip. Many people may use an almanac when it comes to checking with the activity level of fish. This can make things much easier for your ice fishing experience. These are just a few tips that will help you to enjoy your outing, there are many more that other people may use and if you enjoy ice fishing, them you should look into some of the other ideas and techniques that others may be using.

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By Trevor Kugler

When it comes to bass fishing it seems to me that bass fishing tips are more prevalent than Hershey kisses in Rosie O'Donnell's cupboards. It seems like every time you turn around there's someone who fancies themselves a fishing expert and has a bass fishing tips to throw at you. I have three of those bass fishing tips to throw at you as well, but thee 3 effective bass fishing tips have been proven through more than 50 years of combined fishing experience.

Does 50 years of combined fishing experience mean that these tips are the be all, end all when it comes to fishing tips? Certainly not, but it does mean that the tips have been proven through experience, which is incredibly valuable. Fishing experience is where fishing tips come from and these fishing tips come from experience.

There are many people out there selling all kinds of "systems", over priced e-books, and devices that will supposedly help you catch more fish. I've actually seen one product being pimped out there that supposedly calls the bass (and every other species of fish) to you when you're fishing? This market is marketed as some sort of "secret weapon". How crazy does this sound? The bottom line is that the only secret to fishing is that there is no secret. Learn simple tips like the ones in this article and then go out and put them into practice.

So, what are these bass fishing tips that will help you catch more bass?

Use Line That's As Light As Possible - Many bass anglers use fishing line that's much heavier than they need to use. Bass have keen eyesight and in many instances can see your fishing line, and if the bass see your fishing line they are much less apt to bite. Obviously factors such as water clarity come into play as well. The bottom line is a great bass fishing tip is to employ fishing line that's as light as possible.
Use Realistic Bass Fishing Lures - No matter what type of fishing lure you choose to use, you want to make sure that your bass fishing lures are as realistic as possible. The more your bass lure looks like the quarry the bass normally eat, the more effective said lure will be. When it comes to bass fishing tips using a realistic fishing lure is one of the best
Use Mother Nature To Your Advantage - As a bass angler you should always use Mother Nature to your advantage, specifically the weather and moon. These two forces of Mother Nature have an incredible impact on the feeding behavior of bass (and all other fish). This bass fishing tip can become quite involved, but the basics are simple to learn and put into practice. The bottom line is that using Mother Nature to your advantage is an extremely effective and useful bass fishing tip.
The 3 bass fishing tips just outlined are obviously not the only bass fishing tips you will ever need. They are however 3 tips that will most certainly help you become a much more successful bass angler. Give one or all of them a shot and find out for yourself, you won't be disappointed.

Trevor Kugler is co-founder of JRWfishing.com and an avid angler. He has more than 20 years experience fishing for all types of fish, and 15 years of business and internet experience. He currently raises his three year old daughter in the heart of trout fishing country.....Montana!

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