Don't let anyone tell you that there are no longer any new ways to catch big bass. These 12 hot tactics will prove them wrong. PLUS:A Beginner's Guide to Flippin' (at the end of the slide show)

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Starting one without matches takes work, but it's a skill all outdoorsmen should know. Friction and sparks are the keys, but proper technique and choosing the right wood are equally important. Here's how.