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Articles Journals Select Body of Water Upcoming Tournaments Tournament Results Phish Fotos Tips Site Search advertisment	Fishing Tips Member Login register now! Home > Fishing Scene > Tips Click on a tip to view the full text of the tip. Fishing Tips List Dead Sticking in the Winter   (11/16/2008) Submitted by: Captain Mike Gerry   Dead Sticking   One of the best early winter fish catching techniques for me has been dead sticking a “Senko.... Swim Jig Tips   (11/9/2008) Submitted by: Spencer Clark A lot of times swim jigs come with a stiff weedguard on them. This can make hooking bass difficult at times. What I like to do is spread the band out to thin it out.... The In Between Mind Set of Bass Fishing   (11/1/2008) Submitted by: Captain Mike Gerry   The In-Between Mind Set ... Boat Fuel Consumption Tips   (10/17/2008) Submitted by: Captain Mike Gerry   Fuel Consumption Tips for Today’s Bass Boats   The ridiculous price of fuel has driven many of us to reconsider our boats, motors and fishing distance that we all travel.... Productive Dock Fishing   (10/4/2008) Submitted by: Captain Mike Gerry   Some Ideas on Productive Dock Fishing   In the fall when we have very little rain, a lot of bright sun and the bass seem hard to find; boat docks offer a good target.... Being a versatile angler   (9/19/2008) Submitted by: Captain Mike Gerry   Angling Versatility   Today’s fishing requires you to do what you need to do to catch fish vs. what you want to do; that my friends is called “versatility.... Scattered Grass Fishing on Guntersville   (9/6/2008) Submitted by: Captain Mike Gerry   Scattered Grass Offers Great Fall Fishing   Guntersville is a unique lake, and every fall, as the grass dies the bass fishing picks up.... Some Fall Cranking Bait Tips   (8/23/2008) Submitted by: Captain Mike Gerry   Some Crank Bait Techniques   With the best crank bait bite time of year just around the corner, and the grass dieing off I thought I would spend some time giving you some tips on fall crank bait bite.... How the new Spawn Helps the fall bite   (8/10/2008) Submitted by: Captain Mike Gerry   How the New Spawn Helps the Fall Bite   In the fall of the year it can be extremely tough and I know there is days out there that you just wish you could get a bite regardless of the size.... Water Water Everywhere.   (8/7/2008) Submitted by: Spencer Clark    The heat this time of year can really take its toll if you are not prepared. Most tournaments run 8 hours and if you forgot your water or drinks you are going to be in for a long tiring day.... Commonly Used Fishing Terms   (7/26/2008) Submitted by: Captain Mike Gerry   Some Common Glossary Terms of Bass Fishing   Every now and then in bass fishing terminology stands in our way of communicating so I thought I would expand some of the glossary of terms common to many bass fisherman.... My top 5 summer time baits   (7/19/2008) Submitted by: Captain Mike Gerry   My Top 5 Summer Time Baits (Captain Mike Gerry) Fish Lake Guntersville Guide Service  I have over the past years seemed to develop some strong likes and dislikes for summertime baits.... Boat Position and Dock Fishing   (7/8/2008) Submitted by: Captain Mike Gerry   Boat Position and Dock Fishing   The position of your boat can be the key to catching fish around docks.... Shaw Grigsby Dropshotting Tip   (6/9/2008) Submitted by: Spencer Clark Shaw Grigsby showed a very cool tip for dropshotting on the show a Day on the Lake. I've fished the drop shot a lot in years past and one of the problems that always seems to happen is that the worm wants to slip down on the hook.... trailor hooks   (5/15/2008) Submitted by: Shawn Campbell  If you run out of trailor hook holders you can cut off a small piece of a worm and use it.This is a cheap and great way to get by when you run out and are in need of a fast fix. ... Swim Bait Fishing   (5/3/2008) Submitted by: Captain Mike Gerry   The Technique for Fishing Swim Baits   The newest and biggest phenomenon in fishing over many years is the swim bait; and most of my customers don’t seem to know how to fish them.... Boat Landing Tips   (4/22/2008) Submitted by: Dwayne Luby   I recently was emailed by a new Skeeter owner about loading the boat on the trailer.... Staying in the Zone   (1/30/2008) Submitted by: Spencer Clark When out on the water try to focus on keeping your bait in the strike zone. The zone can vary from day to day and finding it can take some experimentation. Staying in the zone is simply a law of averages.... Focus is the Key   (1/30/2008) Submitted by: Spencer Clark    One of the biggest keys to fishing success is keeping your focus while out on the water. There are going to be days when the bites are few and far between and all we can do as anglers is to capitalize on every opportunity we get.... Always use a scent!!   (1/14/2008) Submitted by: Jason Waldschmidt I have been tournament fishing and writing for fifteen years and one of the most asked questions I have recieved is about scent.  Let me tell you I am a firm believer in scent and don't go a minute on the water without it.... Fishing -related activities for non-winter anglers   (1/4/2008) Submitted by: Brennan Halbersma Do you find yourself striving to fish in the winter season but can't get out because of the weather? Find fishing-related activities that will help you be ready for your next time out on the water.... EXTREME COLD WEATHER SAFETY   (12/13/2007) Submitted by: Big Phil's Guide Service Phil Friese Fishing Tip:  Staying dry is extremely important during winter fishing trips. If you decide to go fishing during these cold months, always carry a dry bag in the boat.... The Advantages of Suspending Crank Baits   (12/1/2007) Submitted by: Captain Mike Gerry   The Advantages of a Suspending Crank Bait   Over the years I have developed a preference for crank baits that suspend.... Dock Talk   (11/25/2007) Submitted by: Mike Horstmeyer Fishermen love to talk.  Before tournaments, many guys like to let everyone in on a few of their secrets, but this can hurt some people.... Transition Fishing   (11/9/2007) Submitted by: Big Phil's Guide Service Phil Friese     Submitted as a community service by Spring Creek Enterprises Don and Judy Schnable 417-273-4859 schnab@earthlink.... TROUT & SWITCH   (10/24/2007) Submitted by: Colby Simms Trout & Switch Many Missouri streams offer good trout fishing, particularly for rainbows. Many of the sections of stream that are great for trout also offer great fishing for other species as well particularly smallmouth bass and rock bass.... Winter Dead Sticking   (10/20/2007) Submitted by: Captain Mike Gerry   Dead Sticking as a Winter Technique on Lake Guntersville   One of the best early winter fish catching techniques for me has been dead sticking a “Senko.... What DualBeam Sonar can do for you ...   (10/8/2007) Submitted by: Doug Vahrenberg What DualBeam Sonar can do for you... Narrow Beam Sonar has traditionally been the norm for sonar applications and is what many brands come standard with.... EARLY FALL MUSKIES & BLADES   (10/2/2007) Submitted by: Colby Simms Big muskies can be taken in early fall, and baits that resemble the shad and other baitfish that they feed on are often the best way to get them.... STREAM TROUT & LINE DIAMETER   (10/2/2007) Submitted by: Colby Simms Trout in streams are very sensitive when it comes to line. Tiny lures for trout work better on lighter line. 2 to 4 pound test is about right for most situations.... Tips on Swim Jigs - A World of Difference   (9/26/2007) Submitted by: Jason Nightingale If you fish swim jigs like the Gambler Swim Blade, Chatterbait or a Shaker Bait and you're not getting the strikes you should be, there are simple things you can do to start triggering strikes.... Stop Losing Musky at the Boat!   (9/25/2007) Submitted by: Larry Murphy O.K., it happened to me AGAIN, and I know better!  I was fishing for musky and got in a big hurry to cast to the next spot.  As I pulled the lure out of the water a high 30's musky leaped out of the water after my bait.... Fall Spinner Baiting   (9/16/2007) Submitted by: Captain Mike Gerry   The “Fall” Spinner Bait Bite   With out a doubt the most fun you can have in the “fall” time of year is fishing a spinner-bait.... Measuring Fish the easy way   (8/31/2007) Submitted by: Big Phil's Guide Service Phil Friese Submitted as a community service by Spring Creek Enterprises Don and Judy Schnable 417-273-4859 schnab@earthlink.net http://www.mwbt.com/springcreek.... TACKLING UP FOR BIG BLUEGILLS   (8/29/2007) Submitted by: Colby Simms Top quality graphite rods like the American Classic from All Star Rods or the Microspin from Pflueger make all the difference when targeting trophy bluegills.... In Case of Emergency Information   (8/24/2007) Submitted by: Doug Vahrenberg I just received a very interesting email that I would like to share. We all carry cell phones and this would be helpful information - just in case something happened to you or someone else.... Getting the most out of Flourocarbon   (8/17/2007) Submitted by: Drew Sadler Fluorocarbon line is very expensive and getting the most out of it is very important to most anglers.  After a period of time on a reel fluorocarbon will develop quite a bit of memory and twist.... Suspended fish   (8/8/2007) Submitted by: Big Phil's Guide Service Phil Friese Submitted as a community service by Spring Creek Enterprises Don and Judy Schnable 417-273-4859 schnab@earthlink.net http://www.mwbt.com/springcreek.... Fall Fishing   (8/6/2007) Submitted by: Brennan Halbersma Here's a quick tip for fall fishing. In the fall, fish the same areas you would fish in the spring because the fish are going to move shallow to feed heavily before their commute to their winter patterns.... Dealing with power failure   (8/1/2007) Submitted by: Mike Horstmeyer During several tournaments in which I was forced to fish with limited or no big motor power, I was still able to catch some good fish.... What bug is best??   (7/18/2007) Submitted by: Big Phil's Guide Service Phil Friese   Submitted as a community service by Spring Creek Enterprises Don and Judy Schnable 417-273-4859 schnab@earthlink.net http://www.mwbt.com/springcreek.... Summer time Top Water fast action   (7/4/2007) Submitted by: Big Phil's Guide Service Phil Friese   Fishing Tip:  Early mornings may produce a fast limit in summer, but you have to be in the right place at the right time.... Spinnerbait Trailer Hook Holder   (6/24/2007) Submitted by: Brennan Halbersma A good thing to do when throwing a spinnerbait is to always have a trailer hook.... Streams---Lakes summer time   (6/13/2007) Submitted by: Big Phil's Guide Service Phil Friese Fishing Tip:  If you’re up for some good fishing and a relaxing getaway, a float trip on one of Arkansas’s streams may be just the ticket.... HANDLING MUSKIES   (6/8/2007) Submitted by: Colby Simms Learning how to properly handle a muskie can make the experience of catching one of these powerful predators a safe experience for both the angler and the fish.... TOPWATER BASS TEASIN'   (6/3/2007) Submitted by: Colby Simms TOPWATER BASS TEASIN' The next time you know that the topwater bite should be on for bass, but its just not working out, try adding a teaser.... Watch that Rod Tip !!!   (5/23/2007) Submitted by: Big Phil's Guide Service Phil Friese SCE Providing the recreational needs for the south-central region of the Midwest. Don and Judy Schnable 417 273 4859  schnab@earthlink.... Trout insects   (5/9/2007) Submitted by: Big Phil's Guide Service Phil Friese SCE Providing the recreational needs for the south-central region of the Midwest. Don and Judy Schnable 417 273 4859  schnab@earthlink.... Prevent a Broken Trolling Motor Rope-No downtime on the water.   (4/9/2007) Submitted by: USABassin USAbassin I think we all have been there. Yank the trolling motor rope up to get to the next spot, and snap the rope breaks.... Corroded Fuses   (4/2/2007) Submitted by: Brennan Halbersma This tip I learned when I was at a tournament on March 25, 2007. This won't take long.If you ever have battery that the fuses on the connection have corrded, pour a little bit of Pepsi on the fuse(s). Just the regular old-fashioned Pepsi.... Spike it!   (3/30/2007) Submitted by: Tom Alsop Top secret information:  Think spike it is good only for soft plastics?  Try dipping your favorite crankbait in the chartreuse spike it and give it a custom color look, not all crankbait spike well, but some look incredible.... Fishing a Rattle Trap on Lake Guntersville   (3/11/2007) Submitted by: Captain Mike Gerry How to fish a Rattle Trap on Lake Guntersville   I often fish with people who just don’t understand that a “rattle trap” is more than just bait that you throw out and reel back.... How to Fillet a Trout   (2/13/2007) Submitted by: Big Phil's Guide Service Phil Friese Trout Recipes Home Gaston's White River Resort1777 River RoadLakeview, Arkansas 72642 870.431.... Tip for Choosing Flourocarbon   (1/30/2007) Submitted by: Jason Waldschmidt Tip for Choosing Fluorocarbonby Jason WaldschmidtAs fluorocarbon line has become popular there are now many types of fluorocarbon.  One of the main characteristics people use fluorocarbon for is its invisibility properties....   Fall shallow Water Bass Fishing   (11/9/2008) Submitted by: Captain Mike Gerry   Fall Shallow Water Fishing   As the bass make their run to the creeks in the late fall there are some ways I have learned over the years to catch bass in the real shallow water.... Humminbird Weathersense: The In's and Out's   (11/7/2008) Submitted by: Doug Vahrenberg Humminbird Weathersense Barometric Pressure Data at your Fingertips  ... Winter Top Water Fishing   (10/25/2008) Submitted by: Captain Mike Gerry   Top Water Fishing in the Dead of Winter   You Bet! The top water bite in January can sometimes be a way to put that winter monster in the boat.... The Winter Bite On Guntersville   (10/12/2008) Submitted by: Captain Mike Gerry   The Winter Bite on Guntersville ... Rattle Baits in October   (9/26/2008) Submitted by: Captain Mike Gerry   Rattle Baits Have Their Place in October   While my earlier advice has been to chuck square bill crank baits, this time of year also offers some great transition fishing.... October on Guntersville   (9/14/2008) Submitted by: Captain Mike Gerry   October should be the Best Month of the Year   October fishing can only be explained as “Mother of all Months” on Guntersville. Catches of a hundred fish a day are possible.... Clean Boatin Act   (8/29/2008) Submitted by: Captain Mike Gerry   Clean Boating Act signed by President Bush   This past month or so has been a big victory for fisherman and recreational boaters.... The Buzz Bait , and its Great Fsh Catching Ability   (8/14/2008) Submitted by: Captain Mike Gerry   The Buzzbait, Great Fish Catching Ability   Many anglers hit the water in the fall and fail to understand the fishing catching ability of the buzzbait.... #1 Lure for Any and Every Fisherman   (8/9/2008) Submitted by: Brennan Halbersma Do you want to know what every fisherman needs in his or her tackle box, that can increase the enjoyment of being on the water? CONFIDENCE! Confidence is the most important aspect of fishing.... Ledge Fishing On Guntersville   (8/2/2008) Submitted by: Captain Mike Gerry   Ledge Fishing on Guntersville   Over time there has been no better way to catch big fish than to get to the ledges and find a pattern that is successful.... Jig Tip   (7/24/2008) Submitted by: Spencer Clark One of the biggest keys to catching more fish on the jig is waiting for the jig to get to the bottom. Next time your out fishing with someone watch their line to see if there jig ever hits the bottom.... Some Fall Fishing Tips for Llake Guntersville   (7/12/2008) Submitted by: Captain Mike Gerry   Some Fall Fishing Tips for Lake Guntersville   With the fall weather approaching I thought I would try to get you ready for another great fall on the lake.... How to read Astro Tables   (6/28/2008) Submitted by: Captain Mike Gerry   How to read the Astro Tables   The Astro Tables for 2008 are more effective and reliable than the Moon Tables, because they take into account the critical solar energies as well as lunar energies.... Shallow Water Drop Shot Technique   (6/1/2008) Submitted by: Captain Mike Gerry   Shallow Water Drop Shot   Since the onset of the drop shot technique, this form of fishing has been used to entice deep fish.... trolling motor transducer protector!   (5/15/2008) Submitted by: Shawn Campbell  This is a great way to protect your transducer on your trolling motor from rocks and stumps.They are very easy and cheap to make in your garage.... Flippin Blades   (4/28/2008) Submitted by: Mitch Kistner When fishing slightly murky to clear water a technique often overlooked is flipping spinnerbaits into trees.... Make a Spinnerbait Juicy   (1/31/2008) Submitted by: Spencer Clark One of my favorite modifications to make to a spinnerbait is to take the very tips of the skirt and barely dip them in chart Spike- It.... Trappin Grass Tips   (1/30/2008) Submitted by: Spencer Clark One of the most productive techniques for catching loads of bass is fishing traps through grass. When fishing grass with traps I often apply a couple of different techniques.... Let it Fall and Rip it   (1/26/2008) Submitted by: Captain Mike Gerry   Let It Fall and Rip It   We are in a period of time on Guntersville where the bass are feeding maybe every 5 to 7 days and you need a way to create a reaction bite.... Winter Jigging   (1/4/2008) Submitted by: Big Phil's Guide Service Phil Friese Fishing Tip:  ... Stalker Lures from Kjelle Lundberg Custom Musky Baits   (12/28/2007) Submitted by: Larry Murphy I had the opportunity to guide a group of guys for 5+ days on LOTW from Sweden this past summer.  During our trip I noticed that they had some lures that I had never seen.... Cold Water Fishing   (12/5/2007) Submitted by: Big Phil's Guide Service Phil Friese Fishing Tip: ... Plastics repaired will angling   (11/25/2007) Submitted by: Big Phil's Guide Service Phil Friese Fishing Tip: ... Winter tactics   (11/16/2007) Submitted by: Big Phil's Guide Service Phil Friese Fishing Tip:  Fallen trees and laydowns stretching from the bank are key areas to find bass throughout the year.... FALL BASS FISHING   (11/5/2007) Submitted by: Big Phil's Guide Service Phil Friese Submitted  by Spring Creek Enterprises Don and Judy Schnable 417-273-4859      schnab@earthlink.net http://www.mwbt.com/springcreek.... Catfish Rods   (10/24/2007) Submitted by: Colby Simms Catfish Rods Selecting the right catfish rod is critical to sucess when targeting these species, particularly the larger specimens.... Some Winter Fish Tips for Lake Guntersville   (10/14/2007) Submitted by: Captain Mike Gerry   Some Winter Fishing Tips for Lake Guntersville   Winter is soon to be upon us and there are some keys that I believe to finding winter bass that really help.... NIGHT TIME CATFISHING IN EARLY FALL--   (10/2/2007) Submitted by: Colby Simms Many anglers ply waters under the cover of darkness for catfish throughout the summer months. Early fall is a great time for hunting big cats and the night fishing bite on lakes can be especially good.... TIPS FOR CATCHING MORE BASS ON SPINNERBAITS   (10/2/2007) Submitted by: Colby Simms Spinnerbaits are one of the most effective of all bass lures all year round. A few tips can increase the catch with these great lures. Always use a trailer hook except when fishing in the heaviest cover.... RAINBOW TROUT LURE OPTIONS FOR FALL   (10/2/2007) Submitted by: Colby Simms Fall can offer some great trout fishing with the right presentation. The best lures for rainbow trout in the fall include jigs and spinners.... Clearwater Fishing   (9/26/2007) Submitted by: Big Phil's Guide Service Phil Friese SCE Providing the recreational needs for the south-central region of the Midwest. Don and Judy Schnable 417 273 4859  schnab@earthlink.... Summer techniques   (9/19/2007) Submitted by: Big Phil's Guide Service Phil Friese Fishing Tip : Large, flipping tubes are great for working around heavy cover, but smaller tubes are meant for open water and a slower presentation.... Hook Removal   (9/4/2007) Submitted by: Brennan Halbersma Even though this isn't the best thing to talk about, it does happen unfortunately. But this is the best way to remove hooks that are in past the barb without causing any more pain than necessary.... LATE SUMMER BLUEGILLS ON THE DEEP WEED EDGE   (8/29/2007) Submitted by: Colby Simms Huge bluegills are available to anglers in late summer, and deep weed edges are one of the best places to get them. The best spots are where another form of cover is located along the weed edge.... Graphtechnics   (8/27/2007) Submitted by: Big Phil's Guide Service Phil Friese   Submitted as a community service by Spring Creek Enterprises Don and Judy Schnable 417-273-4859 schnab@earthlink.net http://www.mwbt.com/springcreek.... Long distance jigs   (8/17/2007) Submitted by: Drew Sadler During these hot months of the year many bass will suspend and hang around off shore structure, drops, humps and ledges.... Surface fishing   (8/15/2007) Submitted by: Big Phil's Guide Service Phil Friese Submitted as a community service by Spring Creek Enterprises Don and Judy Schnable 417-273-4859 schnab@earthlink.net http://www.mwbt.com/springcreek.... RIG UP RIGHT FOR CATS   (8/8/2007) Submitted by: Colby Simms The simple slip sinker rig is still the best one for most catfishing situations. Slide a bell sinker on the main line. Slide a bead on the main line. The bead will protect the knot from the heavy weight sliding up and down the main line.... Summer time fishing & enjoying   (8/1/2007) Submitted by: Big Phil's Guide Service Phil Friese Submitted as a community service by Spring Creek Enterprises Don and Judy Schnable 417-273-4859 schnab@earthlink.net http://www.mwbt.com/springcreek.... Midday Fishing   (7/25/2007) Submitted by: Big Phil's Guide Service Phil Friese     Complete Outdoor information nation wide. Fiftyeight Pro Staff members to assist you on an individual basis. Log on to  www.maout.... Warm Weather bait loss   (7/13/2007) Submitted by: Big Phil's Guide Service Phil Friese Fishing Tip : Summer is the worst month for keeping your bait alive. Lively bait means lively fishing. Put a couple of bottles of water in the freezer overnight.... Water , fun, and danger   (6/27/2007) Submitted by: Big Phil's Guide Service Phil Friese   SCE Providing the recreational needs for the south-central region of the Midwest. Don and Judy Schnable 417 273 4859  schnab@earthlink.... Overcast Bass   (6/20/2007) Submitted by: Big Phil's Guide Service Phil Friese   Submitted by SCE Don and Judy Schnable 417 273 4859     Fishing Tip:... FISH SCENTS   (6/9/2007) Submitted by: Mike Evanoff    Here is something that I think can help with the cost of fishing. We all know that fish attractants help. They make the fish hold on just enough longer to get a better hook set.... Summer time patterns   (6/6/2007) Submitted by: Big Phil's Guide Service Phil Friese SCE Providing the recreational needs for the south-central region of the Midwest. Don and Judy Schnable 417 273 4859  schnab@earthlink.... Deep Summer Bite   (5/30/2007) Submitted by: Big Phil's Guide Service Phil Friese    SCE Providing the recreational needs for the south-central region of the Midwest. Don and Judy Schnable 417 273 4859  schnab@earthlink.... Underwater vegetation   (5/16/2007) Submitted by: Big Phil's Guide Service Phil Friese Learning is....    SCE Providing the recreational needs for the south-central region of the Midwest. Don and Judy Schnable 417 273 4859  schnab@earthlink.... Clear Water Fishing   (5/8/2007) Submitted by: Big Phil's Guide Service Phil Friese SCE Providing the recreational needs for the south-central region of the Midwest. Don and Judy Schnable 417 273 4859  schnab@earthlink.... Easy inexpensive:Spinnerbait & Buzzbait Storage   (4/9/2007) Submitted by: USABassin USAbassin Here is a very easy, convenient, and inexpensive way to hold your spinnerbaits and buzz baits.I use a soft sided tri-fold CD case. Slide your spinnerbaits into the see through sleeves (CD holder).... Save those worn out plastics   (3/30/2007) Submitted by: Tom Alsop Don't throw away those worn out brush hogs or worms.  You might be suprised how nice the back end of a brush hog looks on the end of a spinnerbait or jig! ... How Not To Lose You GPS   (3/21/2007) Submitted by: Damon Wood   How Not to Lose Your GPS   Here is a great tip for those of you who use portable GPS devices out on the water. If you are like me and on a budget, you did not go out and by the latest and greatest sonar unit with GPS.... MUSKIE FOLLOWS   (2/22/2007) Submitted by: Colby Simms When a muskie follows your lure to the boat, sink your rod tip into the water and draw a large eight. This technique is called a figure eight and is repsonsible for a great many muskie catches every year. Good luck!  ... Frozen rod eyelets and guides   (2/3/2007) Submitted by: Big Phil's Guide Service Phil Friese When fishing cold weather and your eyelets freeze up the tendency is to drop the rod at the place of the frozen eyelets into the water to remove the frozen water. This works but only for a short period of time then refreezing occurs. Solution........ Drop Shot & Carolina Rig Storage   (11/29/2006) Submitted by: Eric Prey It's always bugged me how much time wasted retying both Carolina and Drop Shot rigs. I came up with an idea using half of a Cook's Go To System an about eight inches of Velcro....   advertisement
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