Bass Master

 I will be covering everything there is about fish, but mostly about Midwest United States fishing. I will focus mainly on bass for posts about setting up your equipment but will also cover other fish species in the Midwest. The information I will provide can also be used for other species of fish. For example, on bigger fish just amp up the adjustments for what I am doing on bass and vice versa for smaller fish. I fish any chance I get. Whether I am at home or in school, I fish whenever I get an opportunity. I am very experienced because I have been fishing most of my life. I generally fish in ponds and in Lake Shelbyville. It has taught me a lot of lesson about patience but is also very fun to me.  I also am doing this to spread information to people who are looking to learn. Not everyone has someone to teach them to fish and this could help someone to prevent mistakes I made. Simple things like identifying what rod and reel to use, what bait to purchase and when to use it, ...

     There is a big problem in preserving freshwater fish populations. I think a problem with preserving natural freshwater fish populations is the lack of awareness. I do not see a lot of marketing for programs that help with freshwater fishing. I have to go out on my own to see anything about this problem. Most people will not do this unless it is put in their face.      Saltwater fishing has made a huge awareness for population and promoting the growth of fish populations. There is even a documentary on Netflix called Seaspiracy. This is great for highlight problems in our oceans. However, there are more freshwater fish then saltwater fish. Even though there may be more freshwater fish, these species are dying out at an alarming rate. The bigger species, like catfish and others, are experiencing declining rates very rapidly. There needs to be more money going into these freshwater programs.      These freshwater fish are a source of food f...

 I interviewed my friend, Stu Hott, about his trip to Percy Preist Lake outside of Nashville, Tennessee. He did a variety of techniques to catch different types of fish throughout the lake. Q: How long was your trip to Percy Preist Lake? A: I was on a five-day fishing expedition to Percy Preist. This allowed me to fish different techniques and try for an abundant of species. Alos, it gave me the opportunity to have more chances to get more fish even if a day or two was not as good. Q: What types of fishing did you do? A: I did three types of fishing while I was in Tennessee. I participated in open water, jugging, and bank fishing. Q: Which type of fishing did you have the most success with? A: Open water fishing was the technique I got the most action with. I caught a lot of largemouth bass and crappies in the open water. Q: What bait did you use that was so successful? A: For bass, the best one I used was a purple chatter bait. This really popped with the fish and was very popular...

 There are many different knots you can use when fishing. I will go over some of the most used knots by fishers all of the country. The first and easiest knot to tie is the clinch knot. To tie this knot, follow the steps below: 1.       Feed the fishing line through the hole of the hook and pull a few inches of the line through the hook. 2.       Wrap the end of the line a few times around the line. 3.       Then thread the end of the line through the loop closest to the hole of the hook. 4.       Next, pull both lines together so that the knot tightens properly around the eye (hoe of the hook). 5.       Lastly, trim the loose end of the line. The next knot is the Palomar knot. This is considered the strongest fishing knot you can tie. It is also fairly easy to complete.   1.       Double the fishing line maki...

 Clear Lake Iowa is one of the most popular fishing destinations in the Midwest. It has great resources for visitors and tourists who wish to stay the night in Clear Lake. These resources provide a recipe for a great midwestern fishing lake. This lake is known for its clear waters, wide range of fishing population, and the opportunities it offers for fishing all year round. It is named after the water which is in the lake. The lake has some of the clearest waters in the whole country, hence the name. The clear waters support healthy fish species and growing populations. This also goes to keeping the natural habitat around the lake thriving, making it a great place to visit. Clear Lake fishing population is very diverse and abundant. It is home to typical fish like, largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, catfish, pike, and walleye. These fish are very popular midwestern fish which have huge numbers in Clear Lake. It also is home to yellow perch and sunfish, along with game fish like, m...

Tactical Bassin'  has a great variety of options for the best top water baits to use. He has many different types of top water baits that he not only enjoys using, but actually work. However, I would like to add a few options that I found to perform very well.  Small Wake baits      Strike King 2.5 Wake Bait Blue Gill This wake bait is great for bass because it looks just like a small blue gill, which is a favorite food of a bass. This lure also as great movement with the water by having the back end moving rapidly.     Fish Lab Bio Shad This is a minnow looking wake bait that is disconnected in the middle of the lure. This gives the lure a natural looking flow throughout the water. All of this movement commands the attention of a bass. Walking Baits      Walking Boss II Magnum This is an all black lure that skims across the surface. It is very sleek and shiny. It also has a huge wedge under the mouth propping it up to make a wake in the...

 There are a few things that bother me about inexperienced fishers. These are things you should know when fishing with other people or in a public place. Distance When fishing in a public place with people it is important to maintain your distance from other fishers. Stand 50 feet away from someone else so you both have space. It is very Irritating when someone comes and stands too close to you and your fishing area. This distance also prevents lines getting crossed. Nothing gets me angrier than crossing my line with someone who does not know what they are doing. Sound Level Fishing is a quiet activity. If you are with your friends then do what you want, but not in a public place. being too loud can scare fish away and it is annoying. Also, do not put your pole in the water or hit the water with your pole. It is surprising how many unexperienced fishers will do this to try to get attention. It will do nothing but anger the people around you. Know The Basic When going fishing with s...