Great Bass Fishing Advice - 10 Words or Less

[A-Jay]

Like this thread - enjoying every one's perspective ~

~ mine are surely shared by others . . . .

~ Safety First . . . . . .

This is taken for granted so often. Leave a float plan. Tell someone where you're going and when you plan to return. If that changes let them know. A cell phone is great but doesn't always have coverage. Wear a PFD when your vessel is in motion or fishing at night.

Have the proper tools and a plan to remove an impaled hook.

~ If you're fishing the shoreline most of the fish are behind you -

It's a rare occurrence that I land a fish from the bank that DOESN'T have a hook hole in it's face somewhere, especially as the season wears on. However, fish landed from off shore structure go mostly unmolested.

~ Don't be afraid to fish where others do not . . . .

I LOVE to hear from a local that a lake is "fished out" I really do. Many of these have produced state citation fish. I'll admit that I like a good challenge and sometimes they do turn out to be a bust. But occasionally some of these places are close and have very easy access and are loaded with fish, but you just have to do something different. Bombarding the shoreline with spinnerbaits will not produce. Often times I'm fishing at night or late fall but it is well worth it.

~ Fish the moment - forget yesterday . . . . .

I'm still working on this one. This is BY Far my biggest challenge. Especially since I've been keeping a log book each season for a few years now and I'm always looking back to see what history indicates "should work". But each season is so different and there are too many variable to list. I've tried to use this as a starting point but most time even that is ineffective. I might Can the whole Log book thing all together.

Yea - I know that was over the ten word limit, sorry.  I just had a coffee.

 

A-Jay

[pad slammer]

Don't get to caught up in dock talk.

Learn to ask the right questions to get the best answer

[bigfruits]

1. fishing from shore or rental jon? buy a SOT kayak

2. buy shimano reels. ive strayed several times. never again!

[6pointbuck2003]

pay attention to where you catching fish.

[Raul]

Know your baits, know your prey and you 'll be closer.

[flyboy]

"You can't catch a fish if your line isn't wet."

Bob

[jignfule]

Above all else. It's Fishing, HAVE FUN!!!!!!!!! :)

[basswitch]

Don't be afraid to try something new...

Ask yourself, if I were a fish, would this look edible to me?

[bilgerat]

1. fishing from shore or rental jon? buy a SOT kayak

2. buy shimano reels. ive strayed several times. never again!

You're dead right on ONE of those...

[Red Bear]

-Dont forget the beer!

-The name on your equipment isnt what catches the fish.

-Dont forget to put the beer on ice! lol

-Being prepared can save you some heartache and headaches.

[Blue Streak]

Keep your line wet and follow your gut feelings.

[Gangley]

My string and hook will catch a fish before his dollar bill will

[zaraspook_dylan2]

Don't leave tackle bag in car before launch boat

LOLx2

Go back to the basics of bass fishing

[piscicidal]

Listen to what the fish are trying to tell you.

[Sam Bass]

Dont get caught up on someone elses bite!They already got them.

[FivePoundBluegill]

Try out new baits.

Try out multiple presentations with each bait.

Learn the structures of the lake you fish.

Fish to your strengths.

Observe the weather and conditions.

If packing a snack to take fishing. Leave the bananas at home.

[FivePoundBluegill]

-Dont forget the beer!

-The name on your equipment isnt what catches the fish.

-Dont forget to put the beer on ice! lol

-Being prepared can save you some heartache and headaches.

I know of so many lakes where they dont let you bring any beer in Cali. You dont have to let this stop you though.

[tholmes]

Think like a fish

If I do, will I end up with a mouthful of treble hooks from trying to eat out of my tackle box?

Catch and release. You can only eat a bass once.

Tom

[hookingem]

never stop trying to learn!

[hookset on 3]

Find the fish, present the best lure for the conditions.  = 10

[Dr. Watson]

fish often, fish slow, don't get mad, there's always tomorrow!

[islandbass]

Don't forget your license.

If you forget it, it won't matter what boat your have or gear. G. Loomis this or Lamiglas that, or Shimano Cubano, or Pflueger, Booger.... You ain't gonna be able to fish legally. Not applicable to minors.

Go with your gut.

[Red Bear]

-Dont forget the beer!

-The name on your equipment isnt what catches the fish.

-Dont forget to put the beer on ice! lol

-Being prepared can save you some heartache and headaches.

I know of so many lakes where they dont let you bring any beer in Cali. You dont have to let this stop you though.

what a downer about those lakes, when im fishing for catfish playing the waiting game, theres nothing like having a few cold beers while doing so. but if no alcohol is allowed in a particular place, i prefer to follow the rules.

[BadKarma42]

"Let the fish tell you what to do."

[Big Fish Rice]

Don't follow the leader; create your own success.