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Following the rise in popularity of bass tournaments during the latter part of the Twentieth Century, “catch and release” became the standard for bass anglers to help protect the health of our fisheries…
But is “catch and release” the ultimate answer in keeping bass populations healthy and thriving?
Bass fishing during the winter cold-water period can be rewarding when you connect with the fish but it can also be very frustrating when they’re not cooperating…
Cold water means slower metabolism and less feeding so many bass only respond to slow moving or near-stationary baits…
Though suspending jerkbaits and the ultra-finesse “float n fly” rig are winter mainstays, other rigs can also be effective from time to time.