Tips of Catching Bass and Walleye
Going to the fishing store can be overwhelming, as there are millions of lures to choose from, and you can't carry it all out to the lake. This guide will help you to narrow it down.
- Try to match your crankbaits to the colors of the baitfish in the water that you are fishing.
- Remember that bass have very hard jaws and require some effort to set the hook effectively.
- If you are not catching fish try changing retrieval speeds and patterns before switching lures or colors.
- Try fishing parallel to drop-offs and along the outside edges of weed lines.
- Bass have very sharp spines on their dorsal fins. the safest way to grab them is by the lower jaw.
- Walleye are sometimes present in bass waters and can be caught with the same gear. DO NOT attempt to grab a walleye by the lower jaw; they have large, razor sharp teeth and can seriously injure your hand. If you do accidentally catch a walleye grab it by the gills and remove your hook with a good pair of pliers.
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