bass

Recent Record Catches in the News

Joe_Cermele — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 11:55:48 -0400

Though the possible record largemouth bass caught in Japan may be talk of the fishing world right now, there have been some other impressive catches in the last few weeks that will turn some heads, too. Gleaned from news sources around the globe, here are the photos of the these record contenders.

Is This The New World-Record Largemouth?

Joe_Cermele — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 15:53:52 -0400

Just in from Japan: a new world-record largemouth may have been bested in Lake Biwa.

The Beginner's Guide to Better Fishing Photography

Joe_Cermele — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 13:31:45 -0400

This summer, don't settle for lame grip-and-grin photos when you go fishing. Here are 20 tips from pro photographer Tim Romano that will get you some show-stopper shots on the water. It's not as hard as you think.

An All-Tackle Halibut and Seven More Pending IGFA Record Fish

Joe_Cermele — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 12:31:35 -0400

Check out some recent catches that might earn these anglers a spot in the IGFA record books. From bull-dogging tuna on four-pound-test line to epic halibut battles, these fish may be the ones to beat for future record-hunters.

The Killers: 112 Can't-Miss Lures of Today's Top Guides

Joe_Cermele — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 09:59:34 -0500

Ask fishing guides to name their favorite lures and most sigh, then grumble, then inevitably utter some variation on the words, “That’s tough, because it all depends on the conditions.” But deep down, all guides—regardless of sponsorships, endorsements, or free lures showered on them by manufacturers—know the patterns that will get them hooked up on their home waters anytime. They all have standbys that get it done come rain, wind, or dirty water.

Favorite Lures of the Smallmouth Guides

Joe_Cermele — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 14:16:56 -0500

Guide John Blais

John Blais
Location: Belgrade/Cobbosseecontee Lake, Maine
Credentials: Blais has been chasing smallmouth throughout Maine for over 20 years, both is still-water and the river systems. Boating 50 fish a day is common, and he’s led clients to his share of six-pound bronzebacks.
Number of years guiding: 7

Favorite Lures of the Largemouth Guides

Joe_Cermele — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 09:04:15 -0500

Captain Roger Lee Brown

Roger Lee Brown
Location: Lake Champlain, New York
Credentials: Brown is a former pro tournament angler turned operator of a 3-day bass fishing school with national and international cliental from as far off a South Korea, Africa, and New Zealand.
Number of years guiding: 23
Contact: (518) 597-4240; capital.net/~rlbrown/

The Fish Babes of Mid-Winter

Joe_Cermele — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 16:07:51 -0500

It might be the middle of winter, but readers are still submitting shots for our Fish Babes gallery. These photos might ease that cabin fever just a bit. Ladies, if you're kicking but on the water, submit your shots in our Trophy Room.

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fieldandstream-editor — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 19:00:00 -0500

Mike Vines of Lake Orion, Michigan and his hunting party all limited out on geese on an early autumn hunting trip

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fieldandstream-editor — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 19:00:00 -0500

Myles Moos of Lincoln, Illinois shot this buck on the first day of shotgun season.