Spring

News & Tips: Early Spring Fly Fishing Techniques
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Early Spring Fly Fishing Techniques

March 24, 2014
Going from winter to spring brings open water and an early opportunity to do a little fly fishing. But fly fishing during this time of year can be hit and miss. As usual, when the conditions are…
News & Tips: Fishing White Bass During the Spring Run, When & How These Fish Spawn...
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Fishing White Bass During the Spring Run, When & How These Fish Spawn

March 22, 2014
In this article learn more about catching white bass from expert anglers with these fishing tips: Timing of the White Bass Run Best Water Temperature Begins White Bass Spawn Water Current Where…
News & Tips: April Fishing Forecast on Kentucky Lake...
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April Fishing Forecast on Kentucky Lake

March 21, 2014
When looking for bass on Kentucky Lake in April, an angler will want to keep in mind that the bass will be migrating toward the spawning areas. On Kentucky Lake, that will be in the back of the…
News & Tips: Fly Techniques for Rainbow and Cutthroat Trout...
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Fly Techniques for Rainbow and Cutthroat Trout

March 19, 2014
If you are looking for a way to stand out from the crowds this spring, then understanding how the two-fly rig can work for you is a must. The general principle is if one fly is good then two must be…
Angler fishing from boat
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Topwater Tactics for Spring Bass

March 18, 2014
Use these quick links in this article to jump to these topics: Overview of Topwaters in Early Spring   |   Topwater Baits and Methods for Early Spring Bass   |   Tips for Catching Early Spring Bass…
News & Tips: A How-To Guide to Spring Turkey Hunting (infographic)...
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A How-To Guide to Spring Turkey Hunting (infographic)

March 17, 2014
Spring turkey hunting season is also breeding season. Are you ready for it? If you’re as excited about the start of the season as those of us at Bass Pro Shops, you’re probably busy with all sorts…
News & Tips: Spring Turkey Season Gear
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Spring Turkey Season Gear

March 16, 2014
Spring turkey season allows hunters to practice their observation skills while in the field and to establish a deeper connection with the outdoors. Filling your turkey tag is what drives one to rise…
News & Tips: Carp on the Fly
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Carp on the Fly

March 15, 2014
Every year, as the spring flows slowly settle out of our favorite bodies of water, you'll find dozens of anglers fighting for river real-estate in hopes of catching a few early-season trout. As fun…
News & Tips: Early Season Fishing Tips for Five Species...
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Early Season Fishing Tips for Five Species

March 15, 2014
Usually I focus on one type of fishing or hunting for this blog, but for this week I thought it would be a nice change of pace to offer a mixed bag of tips for various kinds of fishing. The theme for…
News & Tips: Five Amazing Camping Destinations
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Five Amazing Camping Destinations

March 14, 2014
Whether you like to get a good night’s sleep in an air-conditioned RV camper or pitch your own tent there are a number of campgrounds across the United States that are great for all kinds of families…
News & Tips: Lessons Learned From a Turkey Who Lived to Gobble Another Day...
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Lessons Learned From a Turkey Who Lived to Gobble Another Day

March 11, 2014
I was a young hunter, and he was an old gobbler, and the lesson he taught me has stuck to this very day. I had what I felt was a good setup on the side of an open hardwood ridge. I'd heard the turkey…
News & Tips: National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) Convention...
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National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) Convention

March 10, 2014
Feb. 14-16, I was in Nashville, Tenn., for the NWTF National Convention. Lots of folks had a tough time getting there because of the major snow storm back east.  This year, I was honored to emcee the…