Fishing History

Nobody knows when the very first fish was caught using a rod and reel, but we do have a painting “Angler on a Wintry Lake,” painted in 1195 by Ma Yuan, featuring the … Read the rest

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Daily Limit: Pirch keeping his distance March 30, 2020

Distancing himself from people comes rather naturally for Clifford Pirch, the Bassmaster Elite Series angler who lives in the middle of a national forest in Payson, Ariz.

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A simple line guide March 30, 2020

I’ve been thinking about a useful topic I could cover that would help recreational anglers sort through the complexities of modern bass fishing. I think line choice fit’s that bill.

Brandon Cobb

87 frog tips from Bassmaster Magazine March 29, 2020

Floating, hollow-bodied frogs are far more versatile than most anglers could imagine. Bassmaster Magazine wanted to know exactly how versatile, so it asked readers to submit their best frog tips. The response was overwhelming!

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A delayed homecoming for Buddy Gross March 28, 2020

The eventual tale of our collective COVID-19 lockdown may result in a form of Greek tragedy, but Georgia pro Buddy Gross is already living the mythological story of Sisyphus.

Pete Robbins

Radio: Hudnall, Livesay and more March 28, 2020

This week's episode of Bassmaster Radio features Derek Hudnall, Lee Livesay and Jeff Kolodzinski.

How to fish safely during COVID-19 March 28, 2020

Editor’s note: Bassmaster has a new section called Fish Smart, with social hashtags #fishsmart and #livesmart.

Dave Precht

In uncertain times Bassmaster says Live Smart, Fish Smart March 27, 2020

Bassmaster has launched a new initiative called Live Smart, Fish Smart, along with the social media hashtags, #livesmart #fishsmart, designed specifically for life in these unsettling times.

Jim Sexton

Learn the Neko rig March 27, 2020

It’s properly called “neck-oh rig” as per the Japanese anglers who have brought it over to our country. I know that, but I still sometimes call it the “neek-oh rig.” It just flows out of my mouth easier.

John Crews

Dave Precht, thank you March 27, 2020

“But me, I’m still on the road…”Dateline: 2007-2020 “If you aren’t in over your head, how do you know how tall you are?”— T.S. Eliot

Don Barone

Shimano launches 100th anniversary recognition March 26, 2020

LADSON, S.C. – 100 years in business. It’s a great accomplishment for any company, and no matter the problems the world is currently facing, it still calls for some celebration and recognition.

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