Jim Shepherd interviews bass tournament pro Cliff Crochet on prespawn bass fishing and why jerkbaits are some of the best baits to use at this time of year. He also explains the tackle he fishes them on, where and how to fish them and offers some alternatives.

Do you use jerkbaits? Share your tips and tactics here.

picture (c) Nate Rosen

Why Should I Fish Jerkbaits for Prespawn Bass?

This article about growing up on a stream first appeared in the Griffin Daily News and won third place in the daily newspaper category in the Georgia Outdoor Writers Association Excellence In Craft competition for 2011 articles.

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picture (c) Ronnie Garrison

A Stream Can Be A Magical Place

This year ice went out of lakes early and fishing for walleye got good sooner than normal. But even though fishing has been good, you can do better if you are not using jigs for walleye this time of year. Bob Jensen explains how to rig your jig, which kind to use, and how to best fish them for walleye right now.

picture (c) Tony Roach

How To Use Jigs for Early Season Walleye

Captain Mike Gerry is on Lake Guntersville fishing and guiding other fishermen almost every day. His reports on what the fish are doing will help you plan your trip and catch more fish. He concentrates on bass and Lake Guntersville is famous for big largemouth. He also posts fishing tips here that will give you specific ideas on how to use different lures and what to look for on Guntersville, which can help you on your home lake, too.

picture (c) Captain Mike Gerry

New Lake Guntersville Fishing Report