Leave it better than we found it
Matt HerrenI’m old enough that I’ve been around the block a few times, and during my years of fishing locally and around our great country, I’ve gotten to experience some mighty...
Let freedom ring
John GarrettAs Memorial Day came and went, it again reminded me of how deeply I appreciate the sacrifices of the men and women who gave their all for the service of...
A tale of above average
James HallI’m a terrible tournament angler. I was a boat captain for my son, Austin, when he fished for the Oak Mountain High School team. All four years of his career,...
Heading north for practice
Darold GleasonI recently headed north to start practicing for the Northern Bassmaster Open on Oneida Lake and then head directly to the St. Lawrence River for the next Bassmaster Elite Series...
Back to basics: How to pick a spot
Michael IaconelliIt’s time to go fishing. Before we do that, though, we need to make sure we’re in compliance with all the rules and laws. I’m writing this during the pandemic....
One bad day
Bernie SchultzIn fishing, there are good days and bad days. No matter if you’re fishing for fun or for dollars and points, there will be times when it seems nothing goes...
Just enough tourneys
Bryan BrasherI got a phone call just the other day from my cousin Brian Bown as he was driving home from fishing two bass tournaments at Logan Martin Lake in central...
No longer fishing scared
Jacob FoutzI have to admit that my rookie Bassmaster Elite Series season did not start out the way I would have liked, but I’ve been able to turn it around just...
Time well spent with no regrets
Chad MorgenthalerWhat seems like yesterday has now been 19 years. At that time, I was completing my 13th year of service with the City of Carbondale Fire Department. I had risen...
Ray Scott’s influence on me
Gary ClouseThe passing of B.A.S.S. founder Ray Scott has led those of us who love this sport take an introspective look at his influence on each of us. I am no...
