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News & Tips: Want to Shoot Like a Pro Bowhunter? Get Outfitted by One...
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Want to Shoot Like a Pro Bowhunter? Get Outfitted by One

October 13, 2015
Bowhunters should take a lesson from other athletes who count on an expert to help fit their gear to them. I see a lot of people at the archery range and their bow just doesn’t fit them. They’re over…
Big Buck
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Hunt Small Creeks for Big Bucks

October 8, 2015
Streams and creeks allow bucks to quench their thirst while finding cooler temperatures and thick cover. This makes them terrific early season hotspots—ones that are neglected by many deer hunters.…
News & Tips: 7 Ways to Keep a Landowner Happy When Hunting on Private Land...
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7 Ways to Keep a Landowner Happy When Hunting on Private Land

October 7, 2015
Hunting on someone else’s land is a privilege and should be regarded as such. It only takes a minute to ask permission and even less to close gates behind you. Here are seven ways to ensure you gain…
News & Tips: The Big Jig Beat Down
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The Big Jig Beat Down

October 5, 2015
Mark Zona doesn't have the time or tolerance to mess with small fish.  He’s got a deal pinned down that involves big bass jigs, stout rods, offshore vegetation, and monster largemouth. He’s aware…
News & Tips: Understanding the Underspin
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Understanding the Underspin

September 23, 2015
They had to delay the start of the 2015 Bassmaster Classic due to icy roads and boats stuck to their trailer bunks. There were single digit temperatures in South Carolina when the competitors finally…
News & Tips: Night Shift Walleye Fishing
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Night Shift Walleye Fishing

September 23, 2015
Not all bodies of water offer reliable after dark ice fishing opportunities for walleyes, but there are many notable fisheries where we have caught the majority of our fish (and many times the…
News & Tips: The Annual Antler Cycle Explained (infographic)...
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The Annual Antler Cycle Explained (infographic)

September 22, 2015
 "You can't eat antlers." While the old saying may ring true—unless you’re a squirrel—there's no denying that hunters are fascinated by them. Antlers adorn our homes and our offices. We make tools,…
News & Tips: Plan for Your Best Campout of the Year...
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Plan for Your Best Campout of the Year

September 22, 2015
With hot weather, troublesome insects, and crowded campgrounds gone until next summer, many find autumn is the best time of the year to enjoy a camping trip. Make a checklist to ensure an enjoyable…
News & Tips: 3 Reasons to Fish Bladed Jigs for Fall Crappie...
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3 Reasons to Fish Bladed Jigs for Fall Crappie

September 14, 2015
If your crappie tackle box doesn’t have bladed jigs, like the Road Runner Original Marabou Jig and the Bass Pro Shops Tube Stump Jumper Jigs, you’re missing a serious slab-catching bait. The design…
News & Tips: 6 Key Tips & Baits for Topwater Bass Fishing...
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6 Key Tips & Baits for Topwater Bass Fishing

September 9, 2015
Many experienced or seasoned bass anglers will tell you that there is a special thrill that comes with watching a bass practically pop up to the surface behind your topwater bait. No wonder many…
News & Tips: How to Fish for Summer Bass with Crankbaits...
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How to Fish for Summer Bass with Crankbaits

September 9, 2015
Both for professional bass anglers and those who engage in crankbait fishing for recreational purposes, summertime is unarguably the best time to go bass fishing for obvious reasons. For starters,…
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Fall Fishing is Spinnerbait Pitching Time

September 3, 2015
Spinnerbait, spinnerbait. Where for art thou, spinnerbait? Ahem, the "Bard" I ain't, but I do so long for the spinnerbait to become a top-of-mind choice for bass fishing fans once again. Sure, walk…