Field Notes
The many benefits of using artificial shrimp
The artificial version of this popular coastal crustacean, shrimp, offers a wider array of performance than the real deal. […]
Articles by David A. Brown
Bass Fishing
How to maximize the sunrise site
Why do bigger bass bite best at sunrise and how angler can make the most of it. […]
Bass Fishing
Frog tactics
For an angler, the frog offers a great search bait for covering lots of water and finding key staging areas for bass. […]
Bass Fishing
How to find grass that holds prespawn bass
Look for prespawn bass to stage anywhere there’s aquatic grass this month, then break down those areas for great fishing. […]
Bass Fishing
Hot topics
When planning your summer bass outing, keep these points in mind about shallow water fishing from bass pro Jason Christie. […]
Bass Fishing
Shallow-minded bass tactics
Nature is dynamic, and like a well-composed symphony, its performance comprises multiple complementary elements that rise and fall at the conductor’s direction. […]
Crappie/Bream
Skarlis’ secret to finicky deep fish: Tadpole
When you dial in crappie holding in deeper areas but find fish in a picky mood, trolling tiny jigs, flies or stickbaits in front of them can present a challenge. Generally, letting out more line gets a lure deeper, but the longer your spread, the less control and depth accuracy you have. […]
Crappie/Bream
Staying organized makes it all easier
Crappie pro Dan Dannenmueller takes his rig-building seriously, and he’s seldom caught without a suitable option for a given scenario. Single rigs, doubles, lighter weights or perhaps something with a faster fall — he likes to stay prepared for whatever a lake may throw at him.
Crappie/Bream
Power up for deep slabs
It’s true that subtle, patient presentations can prove very valuable to fishermen. We’re often told that “Slow-and-steady wins the race.” […]
Bass Fishing
Counting down to suspended bass
Without question, the toughest bass to catch are the ones suspending over deep water. Without definitive cover to target, anglers find it difficult to reach and entice fish that are typically in a negative mood. […]
Mackerel
Load the well with a day’s worth of live baits
Everyone appreciates a packed livewell, but minding the details of kingfish bait collection can advance your trip’s success. […]
Features
Sting the king
Lean, mean biting machines, king mackerel pack a mouthful of sharp teeth that’ll make short work of monofilament or even fluorocarbon line. These fish are also notorious for snipping baits in half and missing single hook-rigs. A double dose of frustration, to be sure, but this worthy opponent can be beaten — with the right equipment.