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Baitcaster: Part 1 - Kayak Fishing
Video Type: Tips of the Week
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There are a number of reasons to use a baitcaster over conventional spinning reels. In this two part miniseries, Jim Sammons explains why he considers the baitcaster a superior reel, how to get the most from it, and how to avoid the dreaded backlash.
Length: 3 minutes 54 seconds

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Outdoor World Television Shows (FISHING)

Kevin VanDam's Fishing Tips - Boat Position and Casting

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KVD explains how to keep your bait in the strike zone longer using better boat positioning.

Fixing Backlashes: Thumb Trick

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Bill Dance demonstrates how to fix casting reel backlashes using the thumb trick.

Baitcasting 101-- Part 2

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Intimidated by baitcast reels? Don’t be. Kevin VanDam, Edwin Evers and Stacey King team up to walk you through the steps of choosing, setting up, and learning how to use a casting reel. In-depth discussions on everything from braking systems to gear ratios to training your thumb from three of the most recognized names in bass fishing!

Baitcasting 101-- Part 1

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Intimidated by baitcast reels? Don’t be. Kevin VanDam, Edwin Evers and Stacey King team up to walk you through the steps of choosing, setting up, and learning how to use a casting reel. In-depth discussions on everything from braking systems to gear ratios to training your thumb from three of the most recognized names in bass fishing!

Summer Largemouth on Topwater Baits

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Local pro Lee Knight reveals some secrets of Lake Fork’s legendary bass.

Flat-Line Trolling Lake Trout with Gary Parsons

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Gary Parsons heads to Lake Wollaston with son Chase Parsons to troll up lake trout using flat-line trolling techniques.

Smallmouth Bass Fishing with Kevin VanDam

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Post cold front conditions will test the skills of any angler. Watch how KVD overcomes these tough conditions to boat chunky Michigan smallmouth.

Curt Gowdy Tribute: The American Sportsman - Part 2

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This special episode of Outdoor World Hunting TV is dedicated to Curt Gowdy and his impression upon conservation. Fan or no fan of the original television show "The American Sportsman," you won't want to miss this episode.

Curt Gowdy Tribute: The American Sportsman - Part 1

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This special episode of Outdoor World Hunting TV is dedicated to Curt Gowdy and his impression upon conservation. Fan or no fan of the original television show 'The American Sportsman,' you won't want to miss this episode.

Taking Kids Fishing with Wally Marshall

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Kids and crappie go together like eggs and ham. Wally Marshall shows how he keeps kids entertained on the water.

Rick Clunn on Lateral Lines and Bass Fishing

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Rick Clunn believes that bass have a sixth sense, which is more important than any other sense. Learn how Rick capitalizes on largemouth lateral lines.

Texas Redfish with Gary Parsons

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Gary Parsons heads south for redfish action on the incredible Gulf Coast of Texas. Real rippin' reds from the Lone Star state.

El Salto Lake Largemouth Bass with Stacey King

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Stacey King returns to Mexico for the muy grande largemouth of Lake El Salto. It's big bass action you won't want to miss!

Spinnerbait Lesson with Rick Clunn: Part 2

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The spinnerbait is a true bass catcher, and Rick Clunn shows you how to make the most out of this outstanding bait. Rick shares some of the secrets he's learned for over 30 years on water.

Spinnerbait Lesson with Rick Clunn: Part 1

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The spinner bait is a true bass catcher, and Rick Clunn shows you how to make the most out of this outstanding bait. Rick shares some of the secrets he's learned for over 30 years on water.

Swimming Bass Jigs with Kevin VanDam

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Kevin VanDam is cranking in Texas bass and sharing his jig fishing secrets along the way.

Walleye Techniques & Tactics with Keith Kavajecz & Gary Parsons

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Gary Parsons and Keith Kavajecz team up for their favorite walleye tactics and hot tips from Wisconsin to Lake Erie.

Grass Bed Bassin' with Woo Daves

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Woo Daves is in New York state for some of the hot fishing found there.

Jig Fishing Lake Erie Largemouth with Stacey King

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Lake Erie is famous for smallmouth, but Stacey King hones in on the great largemouth action to be found there.

Double Zulu Rig Fishing with Kevin VanDam

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Kevin VanDam shows you his strategy for one of the hottest tactics for bass fishing: the Double Zulu Rig. See how he uses this double jerkbait rig on schooling bass.

Pacific Sailfish on Light Tackle with Stu Apte

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Stu Apte teases up pacific sails off Costa Rica. Its light tackle saltwater action you don’t want to miss!

Tight Line Trolling with Mr. Crappie

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Wally Marshall has crappie trolling tips that will help you put lots of slabs in the freezer. You won’t believe some of the big Texas crappie he hauls in the boat!

Jigging Humps for Fall Walleye with Gary Parsons

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Walleye love jigs, and Gary Parsons loves jig fishing! Learn some of the legendary anglers top techniques for jigging up old marble eyes.

Bass Fishing Docks with Edwin Evers

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Edwin Evers hones in on swarms of shad around the docks of Lake Texoma. You can guess what's hanging around the shad.

Lake Erie Smallmouth Bass with Stacey King

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Four-pound small mouth, five-pound small mouth, six-pound small mouth? Unbelievable bronze-back action on famed Lake Erie with Stacey King.

Finger Lakes Largemouth Bass with Woo Daves

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Woo Daves turns a clear water cold front day into a bass bonanza! Find out how Woo hones in on bass in the grass!

Spinnerbait Bass Lesson with Kevin VanDam

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Kevin shows you how to turn a regular blade runner into a fish catching magnet. Bass after Lone Star Bass are slashing Kevin VanDam's spinnerbaits.

Fly Fishing American Shad with the Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation

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Congress is fighting for the rights of sportsmen and the future of the wildlife. Learn how the Congressional Sportsmen Foundation can be your voice in Washington.

King Salmon with Gary Parsons & Pete Maina

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The Alaskan King Salmon is one of the most spectacular game fish alive. This hard fishing monster can weigh up to one hundred pounds, and every inch is muscle! Gary Parsons and Pete Maina, you’ve met your match!

Ice Fishing Walleye with Keith Kavajecz on Lake Michigan

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Keith Kavajecz shows us how to beat the wintertime blues with some hot Walleye fishing on ice. Watch Keith pull an eight pound Walleye through a four inch hole!

Rooster Fish in Costa Rica with Stu Apte

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Spectacular Rooster fish slash, slap and pounce Stu Apte's baits in beautiful Costa Rica. They're as beautiful as they are powerful.

Rick Clunn's Fishing Tips - One Rod Approach

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Rick Clunn discusses his one-rod approach to bass fishing.

Lipless Crankbait Lesson with Kevin VanDam

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Kevin VanDam cranks in bass after bass on a Diamond Shad lipless crankbait. Learn how KVD puts some new twists in an old favorite.

Bass Fishing Sam Rayburn Lake with Edwin Evers

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Hot off the heels of a tournament win in Texas, Edwin Evers shows his winning technique on Lake Sam Rayburn. Big bass and great lessons from the Lone Star State.

Kentucky Lake Largemouth Bass Fishing with Kevin VanDam

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Schooling bass gone wild on Kentucky Lake! Join Kevin VanDam as he teaches how to locate and take advantage of voracious schooling bass. Its fish after fish in the middle of summer!

Mille Lacs Muskie with Pete Maina & Gary Parsons

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Gary Parsons and Pete Maina take on four feet of teeth and muscle. It's Muskie action from Leech Lake in Montana!

Surf Fishing with Stu Apte

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Stu Apte is knee deep in Snook and Pacific Corvina in Mexico. Surf fishing from Mazatalan with long cast tackle you’ll have to see to believe!

Kevin VanDam Flipping & Pitching Soft Plastics

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Kevin VanDam teaches the flippin' and pitchin' tips and techniques that helped him take home the Bassmasters Classic trophy.

Keith Kavajecz Trolling Spoons for Lake Trout

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Keith Kavajecz heads to Canada for some of the world’s best lake trout action on Kasba Lake.

Casting Lures to Giant Muskie

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Pete Maina and Keith Kavajecz discuss the art of casting lures to the giant muskie of Lake St. Clair.

Stacey King Spring Largemouth at Toledo Bend Lake

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Watch as Stacey King goes on the hunt for line-side monsters on famed Toledo Bend Lake in Texas.

Lake Sam Rayburn Largemouth Bass with Kevin VanDam

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Kevin VanDam cranks in early spring largemouth in the Lone Star State. Watch this pre-spawn bass action from Lake Sam Rayburn, Texas.

Fishing 'The Slop' with Stacey King

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Stacey King fishes a Missouri reservoir for largemouth bass using topwater spoons and floating frogs! Topwater action you don’t want to miss!

Spinnerbait Smallmouth with KVD

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It started out as fishing lessons and turned in to a feeding frenzy. Kevin VanDam has a day of spring smallmouth action you won't want to miss!

Jigging River Walleye with Gary Parsons

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Gary Parsons has a dream day on the Detroit River. A 12 pound monster walleye and a lot more trophies you won't want to miss!

Mille Lacs Walleye with Keith Kavajecz

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Keith Kavajecz fishes mud flats using the 'rigging' technique for legendary Lake Mille Lacs Walleye.

Smallmouth Bass on Tube Baits with Woo Daves

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2000 Bassmaster Classic's champion Woo Daves passes on the techniques that helped him fill his live well with Great Lakes smallmouth.

Rick Clunn & Kevin VanDam on Monofilament Line

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Even with all of today's high-tech fishing, monofilament continues to be an important tool for many applications in the angler’s arsenal.

Arctic Char Fly Fishing Adventure: Part 2

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Johnny Morris ventures to Canada's Northwest Territories deep in the forbidding arctic and home to the world’s largest Arctic Char. Part 2 of 2.

Arctic Char Fly Fishing Adventure: Part 1

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Johnny Morris ventures to Canada's Northwest Territories deep in the forbidding arctic and home to the world's largest Arctic Char. Part 1 of 2.

Peacock Bass Fishing with Johnny Morris: Part 2

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Johnny Morris ventures to the mighty Rio Negro in Brazil for 25 pound plus tackle busting beauties! These super-charged Peacock bass hit topwater baits like a Mack truck hits a bug! Part 2 of 2.

St. Mary's River Salmon with Keith Kavajecz

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St. Mary's River connects the waters of Lake Superior with Lake Huron. Each summer and fall, the river attracts big salmon that come here to spawn in the clear, shallow flow. Watch Keith Kavajecz and friends sample the action!

Tube Bait Smallmouth Bass with Kevin VanDam

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Kevin VanDam and country music star Tracy Byrd have hit after hit! Clear water smallmouth action you won't want to miss!

Summer Flounder with Woo Daves

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Flounder is not only delicious to eat; it's great fun to catch, too! Watch as Woo offers rigging advice and other great suggestions for catching summer flounder.

Jerkbait Smallmouth with Kevin VanDam

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Kevin VanDam is known for his prowess with a spinnerbait, but he is just as dangerous with a jerkbait. Watch how Kevin trips the trigger of these clear-water smallies.

Tarpon Fly Fishing with Stu Apt

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At 72 years young, Stu Apt can still boat big tarpon faster than most anglers even know they're hooked! Saltwater fly-fishing action you don't want to miss!

Jigging Lake Winnipeg's Trophy Walleye with Gary Parsons

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Lake Winnipeg is a trophy walleye fishery in Canada's Manitoba Province. See how Gary Parsons and Dan Steer fair fishing the tributaries of Winnipeg using precise jigging tactics.

Mustad 2002 Ultra Point Classic Bass Tournament

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Mustad's Ultra Point Classic is a rare tournament experience where everyday anglers compete with the best in bass fishing. Find out who takes home the $5,000 Bass Pro Shops gift certificate.

Reelfoot Lake Bass with Kevin VanDam

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A cornucopia of cover! Cloudy conditions may not be ideal for filming, but it sure is great for bass fishing!

Mustad 2001 Ultra Point Classic Bass Tournament

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Mustad's Ultra Point Classic is a rare tournament experience where everyday anglers compete with the best in bass fishing. Find out who takes home the $5,000 Bass Pro Shops gift certificate.

Alaskan Salmon Fishing with Keith Kavajecz: Part 1

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Alaska's famed salmon run attracts anglers from all over the world. Watch as Keith Kavajecz samples the bonanza! Part 1 of 2.

Cold Front Bass on the Potomac River with Woo Daves

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Cold front fishing is tough, but Woo manages to put a productive pattern together on the Potomac.

Alaskan Salmon Fishing with Keith Kavajecz: Part 2

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Alaska's famed salmon run attracts anglers from all over the world. Watch as Keith Kavajecz samples the bonanza! Part 2 of 2.

River Walleye Jigging Lesson with Gary Parsons

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Gary Parsons explains his fall jigging tactics for river walleye. It's a lesson in walleye jigging you don't want to miss.

Lake Eufaula Bass with Woo Daves

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Woo offers a few tips on slow rollin' spinnerbaits for early spring bass.

Kid Friendly Tackle & Tips for First Fishing Trips

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Penny Berryman offers tips on kid-friendly tackle and pointers to make your child's first fishing adventure a blast!

Tube Fishing for Smallmouth Bass with Kevin VanDam

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Most people think you have to fish a tube S-L-O-W-L-Y for it to be effective. Not Kevin VanDam. See the techniques he uses to boat smallmouth after smallmouth on tube baits.

California Delta Largemouth with Kevin VanDam

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Join Kevin on a largemouth romp through the California Delta -- flippin' capitol of the world!

Peacock Bass with John L. and John Paul Morris

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Johnny Morris heads back to the Amazon Rainforest for another shot at trophy peacock bass. Topwater fishing doesn’t get any better than this!

Skippin' Plastics to Niagara River Bass with Woo Daves

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It's Woo Daves, and he is going bass crazy with the side-arm casting technique! Watch Woo on the Niagara River as he uses and gives casting tips.

Lake Fork Bass with Kevin VanDam

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In this episode of Outdoor World Fishing, Kevin VanDam is all about the spinnerbait. Watch Kevin use the spinnerbait and grubs to catch bass on Lake Fort in Texas!

Speckled Trout with Gary Parsons

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Gary Parsons fishes for saltwater trout in Texas. You if watch this episode, you may just catch the jig craze!

Mississippi River Blue Catfish with Stacey King

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Stacey King visits the Mississippi River to fish for big blues, the undisputed kings of the North American catfish clan!

El Salto Largemouth Bass with Stacey King: Part 1

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El Salto is famed for its large bass and this episode proves it's the truth! Join Stacey King on El Salto Lake as he catches some whopper bass! Part 1 of 2.

El Salto Largemouth Bass with Stacey King: Part 2

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El Salto is famed for its large bass and this episode proves it's the truth! Join Stacey King on El Salto Lake as he catches some whopper bass! Part 2 of 2.

Texas Buzzbait Bass with Kevin VanDam

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Kevin VanDam is hitting Texas with a buzz -- buzzbait, that is! Kevin explores the different ways to fish the buzzbait.

Trolling Devil's Lake Walleye with Keith Kavajecz

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Keith Kavajecz uses lead-core line and cranks to troll up some Devil's Lake walleye. Keith reveals all the details of his trolling system, too.

Trolling Lake Michigan King Salmon with Keith Kavajecz

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Those Salmon are huge! You have to see this episode of Outdoor World Fishing to believe how big King Salmon really are on Lake Michigan.

Spring Largemouth Bass with Kevin VanDam

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Kevin VanDam fishes up tips for cold-front largemouth in Michigan.

Trolling Mille Lacs Walleye with Gary Parsons

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Lake Mille Lacs has its share of Walleye, and Gary Parsons is ready to collect!

Lake Erie Smallmouth Bass with Woo Daves

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Woo Daves is using tube baits to catch a slew of smallmouth on Lake Erie. Does it work? Well, you'll have to watch this episode to find out!

Cold Front Michigan Largemouth with Kevin VanDam

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Half topwater, half finesse! See how Kevin VanDam likes to target these Michigan bass as the conditions change.

Planner Board Walleye at Lake Erie with Keith Kavajecz

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Planner boards? Yep, and Keith Kavajecz shows how the planner board technique can help you catch those walleye.

Lake St. Clair Muskie with Pete Maina & Gary Parsons

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Pete Maina and Gary Parsons are on Lake St. Clair to catch HUGE Muskie.

Bass in the Grass: Tips on Fishing Aquatic Vegetation

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You'd be hard pressed to find a better fish holding cover than aquatic vegetation. That's why we've assembled an all-star cast of pros to teach grass fishing tactics. See how Kevin VanDam, Woo Daves and Stacey King fish aquatic vegetation.

Wade Fishing for Bedding Crappie with Wally Marshall

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Wally Marshall puts on the waders for some springtime crappie in the shallows. Watch Mr. Crappie wade the weedy shallows while the big slabs are on the beds.

Texas Rig Worm Fishing with Kevin VanDam

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Kevin VanDam uses the Texas Rig in Texas to catch largemouth bass. An excellent lesson on worm fishing.

Bass Pro Shops Extreme XPS Woo Daves Drop Shot Spinning Rods

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Drop-shot fishing has taken the tournament scene by storm, and Woo Daves has developed the perfect rod for the technique.

Crankbait Techniques with Stacey King, Kevin VanDam & Rick Clunn

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We're going crankbait crazy on this episode of Outdoor World Fishing. Watch Stacey King, Kevin VanDam and Rick Clunn test the waters with crankbaits.

Shooting Docks with Mr. Crappie

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Wally Marshall goes fishing for Crappie. If you don’t know how to shoot docks, you'll have to watch this episode to learn the technique.

Jigging Detroit River Walleye with Keith Kavajecz

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Keith Kavajecz is on the Detroit River, and he's in pursuit of massive walleye -- on soft plastics, no less!

Spinnerbait Bass Lesson with Kevin VanDam

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Kevin VanDam is in pursuit of some Texas bass! See how KVD gets 'em to bite in windless, blue-sky conditions.

Peacock Bass Fishing with Johnny Morris: Part 1

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Johnny Morris ventures to the mighty Rio Negro in Brazil for 25 pound plus tackle busting beauties! These super-charged Peacock bass hit topwater baits like a Mack truck hits a bug! Part 1 of 2.

Structure Fishing with Woo Daves

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Bassmaster Classic Winner Woo Daves hits the hard stuff on Lake Eufala. It's a structure fishing lesson for largemouth bass.

Tree River Arctic Char with Johnny Morris & Friends: Part 2

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If you dream of traveling to the Arctic Circle to fish, then this is one episode you can't miss! See Bass Pro Shops founder Johnny Morris and friends fly fishing for Arctic Char on amazing Tree River. Part 2 of 2.

Tree River Arctic Char with Johnny Morris & Friends: Part 1

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If you dream of traveling to the Arctic Circle to fish, then this is one episode you can't miss! See Bass Pro Shops founder Johnny Morris and friends fly fishing for Arctic Char on amazing Tree River. Part 1 of 2.

Outdoor World Television Shows (HUNTING)

Bowfishing Buffalo with Jerry Martin

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Jerry explains how he setups up his bow when bowfishing buffalo and gar, then he heads out for some action on Grand Lake of the Cherokees in Oklahoma.

Dave Ames & Stu Apte Trout Fishing Adventure

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Join Stu Apte and Dave Ames in the big sky country of Montana. It's some of the most beautiful country in the world -- and it's full of rainbows!

Spring Turkey and Crappie with Jerry Martin

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When forced to choose between turkey hunting and spawning crappie, Jerry Martin opts for both. See how he fares at Truman Lake, a sprawling mid-Missouri reservoir.

Product Demos

Bass Pro Shops Tournament Series Incredible Craw

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Sometimes the only way to catch a fish is to finesse 'em. For days like that, our down-sized Tournament Series Incredible Craw is the answer. The Incredible Craw is a superb choice for light line finesse rigging, or for the back end of a small natural-colored jig - especially in clear water. Incredible Craw sport incredibly detailed heads and are heavily salted and loaded with Yum strike-enticing scent.

Koppers LIVETARGET Blueback Herring Hard Swimbait

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A hard swimbait that offers almost as enticing movement as a soft plastic swimbait, the Koppers LIVETARGET Blueback Herring’s segmented body helps this dead-on baitfish imitation produce some serious swagger.

Rapala Jigging Rap Video

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Think the Rapala Jigging Rap is just for hardwater? Think again.

Gold Ribbed Hare's Ear Nymph: Fly Tying with Mike Huffman

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Step-by-step instructions for tying the Gold Ribbed Hare's Ear Nymph. Video excerpt from 'Handcrafting Effective Flies for Trout.' Features Mike Huffman at the tying bench.

Clouser Minnow: Fly Tying with Lefty Kreh

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Step-by-step instructions for tying the classic Clouser Minnow fly. Video excerpt from 'Handcrafting Effective Flies for Saltwater.' Features Lefty Kreh at the tying bench.

Seaducer: Fly Tying with Lefty Kreh

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Step-by-step instructions for tying the classic Seducer fly. Video excerpt from 'Handcrafting Effective Flies for Bass.' Features Lefty Kreh at the tying bench.

AEG 'Trout Bum' Compilation

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Compilation of footage from AEG's "Trout Bum Diaries Volume I: Patagonia," "Trout Bum Diaries Volume 2: Kiwi Camo" and "Fish Bum I: Mongolia."

Woo's Tungsten Tube Weight

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The most efficient, precise way to get a vertical fall on your tube bait. Made of soft plastic injected with tungsten powder. Simply place inside, and rig Texas-style. Trim with scissors to easily adjust drop speed.

Bass: The Movie Trailer 2

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Bass: The Movie Trailer 1

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GoLight Gobee Spotlight

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Remote control, Bi-color GoLight Gobee navigational boat light kicks out 1,000 lumens of bright light from its position atop the 12' stanchion.

Tru-Tungsten Mad Maxx Frogs

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Tru-Tungsten's super-premium Mad Maxx Frog takes temptation to the highest level with lifelike 3D eyes, plump profile and a keel design for easy 'walk the dog' action. Mad Maxx Frogs feature super-loud tungsten rattles for extra attracting power, a pro drain hole to keep water out and a super-sharp MiHatchii double frog hook.

Slide Anchor Shore Spike

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Slide Anchor's Shore Spike is the perfect tool for securing your boat in your favorite beach spot, or even off rocky or shale shoreline.

Slide Anchor Box Anchors

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Compact, hassle-free anchoring systems that you can count on to hold firmly in all conditions.

How KVD Fishes the Red Eye Shad Lipless Crankbait

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Watch as Bassmaster Classic Champion Kevin VanDam explains how he fishes the tournament winning Red Eye Shad Lipless Crankbait. This is one lesson you don't want to miss!

'The Bass Pros' TV Show DVD Trailer

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The official trailer for 'The Bass Pros' TV Show DVD -- the most talked about, most respected bass fishing show on TV.

StrikeMaster Slushmaster

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Enjoy slush-free holes quickly and easily with the Slushmaster!

StrikeMaster Lazer Mag Xpress Ice Auger

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Watch the StrikeMaster Lazer Mag Xpress Ice Auger chew through 26 inches of ice in just 8.5 seconds!

Hook-Set Tip-Up

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The Hook-Set Tip-Up was created for one reason -- to help you catch more fish! When you have a pole in your hand and a fish bites, you make sure you have a tight line, and you set the hook. The Hook-Set Tip-Up is there to pull back at that perfect instant when the fish strikes, ensuring a solid hook set. Flag up. FISH ON!

Hitch Stabilizer

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Don't ever put up with the noise and unease caused by a loose fitting hitch receiver again.

Ultrathon Insect Repellent

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Developed for the US Military and tested in the bug-ridden jungles of Central America, Ultrathon Insect Repellent protects against pesky mosquitoes, ticks, biting flies and annoying chigger for hours and hours.

Yeti Tundra Series Coolers

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When you're camping in bear country, nothing protects your food -- and the bears -- like a Yeti cooler.

Yeti Coolers Overview

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Unsurpassed thermal insulation and heavy-duty rotation molded plastic sets the Yeti apart from all other ice chests.

Rick Clunn's E.T.I. Orion Crankbait

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Precisely positioned rib openings create a distinct turbulence pattern that a bass's lateral line picks up as a visual signature.

Bass Pro Shops XPS 370 Tackle Bag

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Edwin Evers explains why he chose the XPS 370 Tackle Bag as his tackle storage system when fishing the Bassmaster Classic.

Drift: A Confluence Films Production Fly Fishing DVD

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A cinematic fly fishing adventure that explores the world and the individuals who dedicate their lives to the sport, 'Drift' takes fly fishing entertainment to a new level!

Mustad Slow Death Walleye Hooks

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Mustad's revolutionary Slow Death Walleye Hooks feature a special kinked shank that generates a enticing corkscrew presentation.

Swimbait Strategies: Extreme Rigging

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Upside down rig, live bait rig, Texas rig -- learn these extreme rigging techniques to increase your swimbait success rate.

Swimbait Strategies: Monster Swimbaits

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Learn how to choose hooks and rig mmonster swimbaits.

Bass Pro Shops XPS Slim Dog Topwater Hardbaits

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This high-riding, rattlin' topwater bait darts and splashes with every twitch of the rod tip. Special body design gives that 'rolling shad' effect that bass can't resist!

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Wildlife Artist Al Agnew

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Wildlife art inspires the imagination of sportsmen, and few wildlife artists have had more impact on the sporting community than Al Agnew.

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How to Choose the BEST Fishing Kayak

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When getting into kayak fishing, there are a lot of fishing kayaks to choose from. In this episode, Ken Whiting explains how to select the right fishing kayak for your unique needs.

Kayak Fishing in the Boiler Rocks

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Kayak fishing is one of the best ways to access the hard fighting fish on the exposed side of islands. In this episode, Jim Sammons explains how to successfully and safely fish these areas.

How to Install Rod Holders on a Kayak

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Rod holders can be easily added to any sit-on-top kayak, and so in this kayak fishing tales episode, pro kayak angler Jim Sammons explains how to iquickly and simply install a rod holder on any sit on top kayak.

Kayak Techniques for Rocks and Rivers - Kayak Fishing

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World Champion Kayaker Ken Whiting explains how to deal with rocks when paddling in rivers with current.

Kayaker Catches Monster Marlin - Kayak Fishing

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Kayaker Howard McKim catches huge marlin and gets towed 11 miles out to sea over a 5 hour period!

How to Release Muskie Safely - Kayak Fishing

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Jim Sammons of The Kayak Fishing Show explains how to safely land, and then release muskie from the kayak.

How to Catch Muskie from a Kayak

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Renowned kayak angler and host of the new 'Big City Fishing' TV show, Jamie Pistilli, explains how to trigger the bite from freshwater's meanest fish -- the muskie.

Kayak Rudders - Kayak Fishing

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World Champion kayaker Ken Whiting explains that the rudder isn't just there to help you turn your kayak. It's principal purpose is actually very different and relates to a key boat handling characteristic that all paddlers should understand.

Shrimping From a Kayak - Kayak Fishing

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Howard McKim demonstrates how to catch shrimp from a kayak.

Kevin VanDam's Fishing Tips - Spinnerbait Presentations

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KVD explains how he uses a roll cast to make soft presentations to catch more bass when fishing shallow water.

Catching Striped Bass with Live Eels - Kayak Fishing

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Kayak Kevin Whitley explains how to catch monster striped bass using live eels.

Bungee Power - Kayak Fishing

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The cold water of Alaska is unforgiving towards mistakes, and so Howard McKim has modified a few pieces of his gear to make his time on the water as safe as possible. Here, Howard explains his use of bungees on the kayak -- an easy modification to consider.

Howard McKim - Kayak Fishing

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Howard McKim, owner of Ketchikan Kayak Fishing, talks about hooking a 183 pound halibut while kayak fishing.

Kayak Fishing in Cold Conditions

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As long as you're prepared for it, there's no reason you can't be out fishing from your kayak in cold conditions. In this episode, Jim Sammons explains how to stay warm and safe when kayak fishing in the cold.

Edwin Evers' Fishing Tips - Rod Guides

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Evers explains why rod guides are important and what to look for when choosing a new rod for bassin'.

Rigging Kayaks for Fly Fishing

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The kayak can be a great platform from which to fly fish, although it does present some new hurdles. In this article, FFF certified fly casting instructor and kayak fishing guide, Greg Bowdish, explains how he rigs his kayak to deal with the challenges of fly fishing from it.

Re-entering a Sit-on-top Kayak

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Getting back onto a sit-on-top kayak is an important skill to learn if you plan on paddling further from shore than you can comfortably swim. Here's how to do it.

When Hooks Meet Flesh - Kayak Fishing

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In the unfortunate case that you, or someone you're with, ends up hooking themselves, this is a piece of gear that you'll be happy to have on you.

Launching in Surf - Kayak Fishing

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World Champion whitewater kayaker and obsessed kayak angler, Ken Whiting, explains how to make a successful kayak launch in a surf zone.

Clean Hands - Kayak Fishing

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Kayak Kevin demonstrates a simple trick he's learned to get sunscreen where it should be, while at the same time keeping it away from where it shouldn't be; on your fingers.

Baitcaster: Part 2 - Kayak Fishing

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There are a number of reasons to use a baitcaster over conventional spinning reels. In this two part miniseries, Jim Sammons explains why he considers the baitcaster a superior reel, how to get the most from it, and how to avoid the dreaded backlash.

Kayak Fly Fishing & Casting

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In this episode, FFF certified fly casting instructor and kayak fishing guide Greg Bowdish (www.kayak-fish-florida.com) offers some valuable casting tips for fly fishing from a kayak.

Trolling with Live Bait - Kayak Fishing

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Trolling live bait is one of the most effective methods for getting on fish from a kayak, and in this episode, Jim Sammons provides valuable tips on how to make fishing with live bait the most productive.

Kayak Crate - Kayak Fishing

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Kayak Kevin came up with a great technique to raise his kayak crate off the tank well floor to keep his gear dryer.

Rocket Launcher - Kayak Fishing

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Learn how to make a rocket launcher rod holder to keep your reel up and away from saltwater.

Working an Eddyline - Kayak Fishing

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One of the huge advantages of fishing from a kayak is that it lets you really work eddy lines hard and even gets you to eddy lines that are otherwise inaccessible. In this article, Brendan Mark offers some tips on how he likes to fish eddy lines.

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Baitcaster: Part 1 - Kayak Fishing

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There are a number of reasons to use a baitcaster over conventional spinning reels. In this two part miniseries, Jim Sammons explains why he considers the baitcaster a superior reel, how to get the most from it, and how to avoid the dreaded backlash.

Muskie Hooks Angler - Kayak Fishing

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While shooting muskie kayak fishing with Jamie Pistilli in Ontario for the 'Kayak Fishing: Game On' movie, Jamie discovers what it's like to have one of the muskie plugs' massive treble hooks through his thumb, with a pissed off muskie hooked to the other end. This is one of those video clips that makes you squirm every time you see it.

Uni Knot - Kayak Fishing

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The uni knot is one of the better ways of tying a leader to your main line, and in this episode Jim Sammons of La Jolla Kayak Fishing demonstrates how to do so.

Draw Strokes - Kayak Fishing

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Ken Whiting explains how to use a draw stroke to maneuver your kayak more efficiently.

Edwin Evers' Fishing Tips - Landing Nets

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Evers describes the qualities he looks in a landing net when tournament bass fishing.

Woo Daves' Fishing Tips - Buoys & Bass

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Buoys and other man-made structures offer shade and ambush points for predatory fish like bass. Woo discusses how to fish these offshore targets.

Wally Marshall's Fishing Tips - Summer Crappie

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Summer crappie love standing timber. Mr. Crappie shares his secrets for fishing this structure.

Woo Daves' Fishing Tips - Double Loop Knot

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Woo shows how to tie the double loop knot, which he uses for topwater baits.

Woo Daves' Fishing Tips - Cranking Deeper

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Woo describes three methods to get your crankbaits running deeper.

Rick Clunn's Fishing Tips - Hydrodynamic Imaging

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Clunn explains the concept of hydrodynamic imaging and why understanding this concept can help you catch more bass.

Penny Berryman's Fishing Tips - Buzzbait Bassin'

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Penny tweaks her buzzbaits to slow them down, keeping the bait in the strike zone longer. Watch how she connects with more fish using these tactics.

Kevin VanDam's Fishing Tips - Erratic Presentations

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Erratic action isn't just for jerkbaits. KVD explains how to incorporate erratic action into the other lures in your tackle box.

Stacey King's Fishing Tips - Jig Fishing

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Stacey offers tips on jig fishing for largemouth bass.

Kevin VanDam's Fishing Tips - Raingear

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KVD discusses the importance of good raingear to protect you from the rain and wind.

Fish Frying Tips

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Stacey King and Jerry Martin offer expert advice on breading recipes, ideal oil temperature, cookware and more!

Stacey King's Fishing Tips - Grubs

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Stacey King explains how he catches bass when bass won't bite anything.

Stacey King's Fishing Tips - Tube Baits

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Tubes are versatile. Learn what rigging styles and techniques Stacey King prefers when he fishes these handy softbaits.

Kevin VanDam's Fishing Tips - Crankbait Depth

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Watch and listen as Kevin VanDam explains his crankbait strategy for largemouth bass.

Rick Clunn's Fishing Tips - Lure Presentation

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Don't mimic your partner's presentation. Give 'em something different.

Kevin VanDam's Fishing Tips - Hooks

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Don't overlook your hooks! Kevin VanDam discusses the importance of hooks.

Kevin VanDam's Fishing Tips - Spinnerbait Blades

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VanDam discusses the finer points of spinnerbait blade selection, including size, color, swivels and more. Tips from a bona fide spinnerbait expert!

Gary Parsons' Fishing Tips - Walleye Crankbaits

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Gary Parsons offers excellent advice on choosing crankbaits for walleye based on water temperature.

Rick Clunn's Fishing Tips - Casting

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Clunn discusses "casting rhythm" and describes his unique approach to rod and reel selection.

Gary Parsons' Fishing Tips - Walleye Jigs

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Gary Parsons explains how to select the right jig for the situation.

Keith Kavajecz's Fishing Tips - Jigging River Walleye

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Keith Kavajecz offers tips for jigging springtime river walleye.

Rick Clunn's Fishing Tips - Awareness

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Awareness is the key to becoming a better angler.

Stacey King's Fishing Tips - Drop Shot

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King discusses lure selection and rigging options for drop shot bass fishing.

Gary Parsons on Sonar & Woo Daves on Worm Weights

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Parsons explains why you should turn off your fish ID, and then Woo talks about adding color to your worm weights.

Kevin VanDam's Fishing Tips - Tubes

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Tubes are versatile. Learn how KVD selects jig sizes when he fishes these handy softbaits.

Kevin VanDam's Fishing Tips - Trailer Hooks

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Add a trailer hook to your spinnerbait and you're sure to catch a lot more bass.

Woo Daves' Fishing Tips - Crankbait Tangles

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Woo offers an easy, inexpensive method for eliminating hook tangles.

Woo Daves' Fishing Tips - Short Striking Bass

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When bass are striking short in early spring, add a trailer to your spinnerbait.

Stacey King's Fishing Tips - Rod Selection

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If you could only fish with two rods, what would they be? Stacey explains how the angler on a budget can get by with a two-rod system.

Woo Daves' Fishing Tips - Bass Jigs

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Woo shows how you can improve your bass jigs by trimming the weed guard and skirt.

Keith Kavajecz's Fishing Tips - Lead-Core Line

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Keith explains the basics of structure trolling using lead-core line and crankbaits.

Kevin VanDam's Fishing Tips - Drift Socks

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If you fish big water, learning good boat control is a must. VanDam explains how to use a Drift Sock to control drift speed and boat position.

Keith Kavajecz's Fishing Tips - Netting Walleye

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Keith explains the basics of netting walleye and what to look for in a walleye net.

Kevin VanDam's Fishing Tips - Clearwater Spinnerbaits

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Most anglers shy away from spinnerbaits in clearwater, but not Kevin VanDam. Find out why KVD gets bit while other anglers miss.

Stacey King's Fishing Tips - Reel Maintenance

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Expert tips on getting your gear ready for the spring season.

Keith Kavajecz's Fishing Tips - Underwater Cameras

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Underwater cameras don't only let you know if fish are present, they help you understand the structure you're fishing. Keith Kavajecz explains what he looks for in an underwater camera.

Stacey King's Fishing Tips - Spring Bass Baits

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Spring time is big bass time. Stacey King lists 5 baits you need to have in your arsenal when fishing cool, early spring water.

Woo Daves' Fishing Tips - Frog Fishing

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Hollow frogs are great for fishing thick cover. Woo explains how he modifies these productive baits to make them even better.

Kevin VanDam's Fishing Tips - Jerkbaits

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Water clarity and sky conditions should determine jerkbait color selection. Find out when KVD chooses natural colors and when he chooses flashy paint jobs.

Stacey King's Fishing Tips - Tackle Organization

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Spend more time fishing and less time looking for lures with these handy tips on tackle organization.

Woo Dave's Fishing Tips - Hooksets

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Woo explains why he uses a snap hookset on a slack line when fishing plastic worms.

Stacey King's Fishing Tips - Boating Safety

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Stacey covers boating safety equipment you should always keep in your boat.

Woo Daves' Fishing Tips - Reading Banks

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Learning to read the bank will help you envision contours and underwater structure.

Kevin VanDam's Fishing Tips - Weather

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Weather conditions play a key role in fish behavior. See how KVD adapts to different conditions.

Keith Kavajecz's Fishing Tips - Crankbaits

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Keith discusses the characteristics of crankbaits that he considers to be most important.



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