Introducing the FishLab BBZ Hard Swimbait. ONTARIO, Calif.FishLab Tackle, a company that is quickly becoming known for its high-quality baits and lifelike swimming actions, is excited to announce the release of the BBZ Hard Swimbait. Designed by renowned lure designer and freshwater Hall of Fame angler Bill Siemantel, the BBZ Hard Swimbait is a game-changer for targeting big and hungry predatory fish.

FishLab Releases BBZ Hard Swimbait For 2025

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Plymouth, MN

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A Minnesota man set the state’s fishing record for Black Crappie back in April with a literal saucer of a fish, a 16.25″ Black Crappie, and the state’s Fish & Wildlife Department announced that he just broke his own fishing record with an even bigger fish a month later. Nolan Sprengeler from Plymouth, Minnesota caught […]
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Minnesota Man Breaks His Own State Fishing Record With A Bulbous Black Crappie

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We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more ›. There’s no indication that Shakespeare’s Juliet was into bass fishing, but her famous line: “A rose by any other name, would smell as sweet,” applies perfectly to one of the sport’s hottest and most efficient rigs—the jighead minnow.

Jighead Minnow: The Simple Rig Taking Bass Fishing By Storm

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Spotting a few bugs in the house is typically a nuisance, but there's one in particular that should ring alarm bells for homeowners. If you come across the bug in the photo above, it's time to call in a professional.

Study This Photo--If You Find This Bug In Your House, You Need To Call in a Pro

The iconic largemouth bass is one of the most popular gamefish in North America, known for its aggressive strikes and powerful fight. But behind the thrill of catching these freshwater predators lies a fascinating life cycle deeply rooted in science. Let’s take a deeper look into the key stages that drive the behavior of this remarkable species throughout the year.

Largemouth Bass Life Cycle: A Scientific Dive

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more ›. Everybody wants to catch big bass. Visions of giant largemouths smashing topwaters and brute smallies peeling line are what keep us all up at night—and what get us out of bed at 4 am to be the first ones on the water. That’s all great. But none of it means you’re actually going to catch big bass.

7 Reasons Why You Don’t Catch Big Bass

Blanco, TX

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There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

New Shadtron™ LT merges realism & durability with cutting-edge line-through hook system. Ladson, SC (July 15, 2024) – A golden age of angling now under the bridge, the era of true-to-life swimbaits and bass of freakish, blimp-like proportions still reminds us of the lures’ potentially outlandish attracting power. Everyone who once slung these big slabs of PVC has a crazy fish story to tell. But what swimbait practitioners today still mourn are the number of fish most of these lures fail to hook— and how frequently the gill-rattling headshake of a big bass can eject the baits and crush our spirits in one breath.

Z-Man® Develops Groundbreaking Shad Style Swimbait

Smallmouth bass flies with some insight on pattern design and, presentation. It's hard not to get excited about smallmouth bass. They're abundant—nearly every state in the lower 48 has at least one public smallmouth resource. They're structure-orientated fish that are easy to locate. Textbook hangouts like weed lines, rocky outcroppings, logjams, and other rip-rap typically hold fish.

Best Smallmouth Bass Flies

Welling, OK

Pro bass angler Jason Christie fishes for crappies to stay sharp for his bass efforts. There was a time when Jason Christie considered crappie fishing a “free day”—a break from his off-season bass fishing. That’s no longer the case; and not for any declining commitment. Rather, it’s just the opposite.

Crappie For Bass Training

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more ›. Anglers faced with the challenge of reaching summer bass sheltering beneath thick cover typically turn to punching—the act of driving a Texas-rigged soft-plastic bait through dense vegetation with a heavy weight. This technique may seem like a simple, brute-force tactic, but it’s more nuanced than many anglers think. Deciding which mats to target, where exactly to put your bait, which bait to use, and how to work it can all make a big difference in terms of how many bass you pull from the grass. Here’s a full breakdown for how to maximize your success.

Punch Your Way to More Summer Bass

We are obsessed with creating the most lively baits for every body of water. The New LiveTarget Freestyle Frog 2.0 is another bait that will continue to “Match the Hatch®”, while challenging the status quo in manufacturing techniques – all the while, being a bait that will “catch ‘em”.

LiveTarget Introduces The Ferrari of Frogs

When it comes to bass fishing, the opportunities are seemingly endless – from seas to lakes and rivers all around the world. So, let's take a look at some of the top bass fishing destinations for keen bass anglers. South West Coast, England. In the UK, bass fishing is...

Best Bass Fishing Spots Around the World

Heddon Lures is bubbling with excitement over the newest member of the Spit’n Image Family of lures. The new Heddon Spin’n Image puts a new spin on the proven shad profile of the Spit’n Image, with a rotating tail that creates a subtle buzz as the bait crosses the surface.

Heddon Lures Delivers Spin’n Image Topwater Lure

Tulsa, Okla. (July 17, 2024) – Lowrance, a world-leader in fishing electronics, today unveiled Eagle Eye, the world’s most accessible all-in-one live sonar solution, combining CHIRP & DownScan in one transducer, along with detailed C-MAP® charting on a crystal clear IPS display for only $999. “We are...

Lowrance Debuts All-In-One Live Sonar Solution Eagle Eye

Whiskey Riff

You just never know what you might pull from the depths or see while you are around the water. All rivers, streams and lakes support an abundance of fish and wildlife, getting out there fishing is one of the best ways to have cool experiences and encounters with these things.

Catching cool fish is just one of the things that makes fishing great. Really it’s the only way for most people to get close to wild fish.

Rainbow trout a favorite across North America, primarily located in many western watersheds, but they've become a popular sport fish to stock lakes with as...

Fisherman Catches Strange Rainbow Trout With Extra Long Fins

Wyoming State

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Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

Alligator gar are fascinating creatures that have roamed waters for millions of years. Known for their long, slender bodies and fearsome appearance, these fish are often misunderstood. But what makes them so unique? Alligator gar can grow up to 10 feet long and weigh over 300 pounds, making them one of the largest freshwater fish in North America. Their ability to breathe both air and water sets them apart from many other fish species. With a lifespan that can exceed 50 years, these ancient fish have plenty of time to make their mark. Ready to learn more? Let's dive into 14 intriguing facts about these incredible creatures!

14 Facts About Alligator Gar

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced a six-year-old French bulldog named Joannie who is looking for her forever home. The local animal rescue explains: “Joannie was found as a stray extremely emaciated and less than half her current weight now. She was missing fur on her body, face and ears. She has been nursed back to health and is doing wonderfully. While her age and exact history is unknown, it is clear she has mothered more than enough litters in her short lifetime.”

Meet Joannie: The "Extreme Snuggler" French Bulldog Looking For Love

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FISHLAB BBZ HARD SWIMBAIT WINS AT ICAST 2024

ONTARIO, Calif. – FishLab by Okuma is thrilled to announce that the BBZ Hard Swimbait has won the Best of Category award for Hard Saltwater Lure...

FISHLAB BBZ HARD SWIMBAIT WINS AT ICAST 2024

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