With so much to do and see at Lake of the Ozarks, anglers visiting this great bass fishery must make sure they set aside plenty of time so they and their families can enjoy the total lake experience.  “It is Mid-America’s premier vacation destination with all kinds of boating and water activities,” says Jim Divincen, executive director of the ...Full Story

Pull up the city map of Nashville, and there it is: Percy Priest Lake, tucked against one of the south’s grandest cities. But one would be hard pressed to feel anywhere near a major urban area when out on the water. This beautiful 14,200-acre impoundment is a perfect destination for water sports or a family camping trip, but is probably ...Full Story

So you and your buddies have looked around and can’t find a bass club that meets your needs - maybe your work schedule doesn’t allow for weekends off, you all want to fish night tournaments, or for whatever reason you can’t find a club that fits. Before you dive in and start your own club, let’s take a look at ...Full Story

I often hear the opinion that a change in weather conditions or fishing pressure will cause fish to vacate the shallows. To James Niggemeyer those popular opinions are music to his ears. Outside the Box “There is no question changing conditions may have an effect on the feeding habits of a bass. However, by being creative and challenging those myths, ...Full Story

Spotted bass have the right attitude that makes them endearing to any bass angler. Although considered the runt of the black bass family, the spotted bass maintains a chip-on-its-shoulder attitude, and when it schools up with its brethren, they become as vicious as a wolf pack pouncing on prey. "They are not as much structure oriented as largemouths, which like ...Full Story

As social beings, we are significantly influenced by the people around us, especially with regard to important dimensions in life. It comes as no surprise then that when you listen to successful anglers talk about how they became good at their craft, you often hear stories about the people who influenced their initial interest in fishing. You also hear descriptions ...Full Story